About Us

Discovery Days Childcare centers are family owned and operated, we have been providing services to families since 2000.  We believe that a positive early childhood experience is crucial to a child’s development.  Providing a program that fosters early educational learning, positive social interaction and working to achieve age appropriate milestones helps prepare our children for their future.  Our programs are based on the philosophy that children learn through discovery, we provide a strong early childhood curriculum which aids them in developing the skills needed to help them feel confident and secure. Discovery Days offers many daily experiences both inside and outside of our classrooms to generate a positive learning environment.  We look forward to becoming an integral part of your family and your child’s experience.

Established in 2000

Discovery Days Childcare centers are family owned and operated childcare centers located in Franklin, Muskego, and Wind Lake  Wisconsin, since 2000.

Our Philosophy 

We provide a nurturing and socially stimulating environment for children according to their age and individuality. We believe childhood is the beginning of many life adventures, and we provide the care that makes the difference.

Our Team

Tina Kraussel
Chief Financial Officer

My husband and I bought our first childcare center in 2000 and have been actively involved with the companies since their inception.  We are a family owned and operated organization that prides ourselves on delivering the best care possible.  I oversee the five childcare locations and work with our Directors daily to ensure we are meeting the expectations of our clients. We love everything about the industry, but mostly knowing that we surround ourselves with the most talented management and teacher team to give your families the best early childhood experience. 

Brody Kraussel
Chief of Marketing and Development

​I manage the marketing, advertising, promotions, and social-media of the childcare centers. I received my bachelors degree in Business Marketing from Marquette University. I was a student-athlete competing in soccer at Marquette. I am passionate about business, marketing campaigns, graphic design, and most importantly the growth and development of our children and teachers. I joined Discovery Days in 2018. 

Josie Martin
​Director of Discovery Days Windlake
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Hi! My name is Josie Martin. I joined Discovery Days as Director in 2011. I have been in childcare for many years. I started off as a nanny; then worked as a preschool and school age teacher, volunteered in classrooms and nurseries, and student taught in a couple elementary schools. I have a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood with a license to teach birth-8 years old and am taking administration courses at UWM.
 
I love working with children and their families. I believe that families play an important role in a child’s life, thus should be incorporated throughout our program.  I believe that quality childcare consists of a loving, educational, and developmentally appropriate environment. I believe that the first five years of a child’s life sets the foundation of success in the future; I enjoy being a part of that impact.

Kris Kraussel
Chief Executive Officer

My role within the organization has changed throughout the years.  When we purchased our first center I overseen that location and worked both as an Administrator and in multiple classrooms learning the industry and helping to make ends meet.  Over time we grew and acquired new locations both through acquisition and as start-ups.  You will now see me around the facilities making sure we are meeting all of the maintenance needs and ensuring a safe place for families.  I also work to identify areas for future expansion of the organization and opportunities for growth. ​

Maggie Nowicki
Director of Discovery Days Franklin

I began my career with the Discovery Days/Kids Connection family in 2012; the past two years I have been the Director at Discovery Days in Franklin. I have my bachelors in English Education from UW-LaCrosse and I am a licensed teacher. Children have always been my passion and being a teacher has always been my goal. I currently live in Burlington with my husband, Brad and our three children Colton, Charlotte, and Carolina. 

Blake Kraussel
Chief Operating Officer
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I oversee all childcare centers’ Human Resource function, and assist in managing the organization’s financial components. I received my M.Ed in Human Resource Development from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. I am passionate about employee professional development, strategic management, and maximizing the quality of services provided. I joined Discovery Days in 2016.

Stephanie Choinski
Director of Discovery Days Muskego

​My career with Discovery Days started in March 2017 working our before and after school program in the Muskego Elementary schools.  I then moved on to take a lead teacher position in our toddler room in February of 2019.  In June of 2019, I was fortunate enough to be able to take on the role of Program Director!  I have worked in childcare for over 20 years and earned my Associate degree from Waukesha County Technical College in 2003 in Early Childhood Education.  I also earned my credential from UW-Milwaukee in Childcare Administration in 2005.
I live in Muskego with my husband Mark and 2 daughters, Mackenzie and Camryn.  My daughters are active in soccer, basketball, and swimming and we spend most of our time supporting and cheering for them!  In our spare time we love to go boating, travel up north, and just be together as a family.  We also have a silver lab named Bailey.
My absolute passion is to work with children and families, and I feel so lucky to be able to do what I love each day.  I am proud to be a part of such an important time of learning and growth in these children’s lives!

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Tina Kraussel: Tkraussel@discovery-daysfranklin.com
Kris Kraussel: Kkraussel@discovery-daysfranklin.com
Blake Kraussel: Bkraussel@discovery-daysfranklin.com
Brody Kraussel: Btkraussel@discovery-daysfranklin.com