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Shining Stars Montessori projected to open in January in Lakeline area
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Shining Stars Montessori is projected to open mid-January at 10500 Lakeline Blvd., Austin. The privately owned school for children ages 18 months to 6 years will be run by Vinodani Fernando, who has 17 years' experience working for a montessori in Austin. 512-810-7827. https://shiningstars-montessori.com/
By Marisa Charpentier
Reporter, Cedar Park | Leander
Marisa Charpentier joined Community Impact in September 2018. After working as an intern, she became a reporter for the Cedar Park | Leander edition in October 2018. Charpentier graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with degrees in journalism and Plan II Honors.
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