About the Owner

Tram Gonzales is the owner of Color Wings Preschool and a mother to 2 boys. Coming from an immigrant background who is highly qualified and has many years of experience in the early childhood field. Specifically have experience in teaching and managing culturally responsive/specific preschool programs. 

Tram has taught for a few years as a Head Teacher/Director at the Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO) and eventually held the responsibility of Preschool Manager, overseeing five different preschool classrooms around Multnomah and Washington County. This non-profit establishment primarily caters to immigrant and refugee children and families. Graduated from Grand Canyon University with an MS degree from the Education program in teaching. Tram is taking part in SPARK redesign 2023 and is a part of the Provider Advisory Committee for the Child Care substitutes

Abrianna (Abby) has been a preschool teacher for 3 and a half years, but has experience working with children for around 10 years. She received her bachelor’s degree in English Literature before discovering her passion for teaching. She is hoping to return to school to pursue her Masters degree in Early Childhood Education. She has experience using the Creative Curriculum and Montessori Method. She believes that because each child is unique, it is important to use a variety of learning styles to best fit each child’s individual learning needs. Abby is originally from Pennsylvania, but she and her husband moved to Oregon about 2 years ago. They fell in love with the nature and hiking opportunities in the Pacific Northwest, and they are excited to plant their roots here. In her free time, Abby loves hiking, cooking, reading, gardening, playing with her two cats, and spending time with family and friends. 

Lily Ghawi

Lily Ghawi is a mom of 3 girls and has been working with kids of all ages for a total of 9 years, including being a toddler and preschool teacher for 3 years. After many years of experience and training, working with children has become a passion. She has experience using a combination of various teaching styles and methods; such as the Creative Curriculum, Montessori Method, and importantly Personalized Learning to ensure all children can thrive in any classroom setting. Lily was also born and raised here in Portland, therefore she loves to spend most of her free time with her family outdoors, dancing in the rain, exploring new places, or curled on the couch with her family and pets watching movies.