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Alexa Pushcar

Director/Preschool teacher

Born and raised in Cheyenne, WY, Alexa graduated from East High School and then attended the University of Wyoming, where she studied Elementary Eduation. She graudated with her bachelors in 2021 and has been in Early Childhood Education since 2009. She was a lead pre-k teacher for over a year and also assistant director. Her philosophy is based on her uncompromising belief that all children can thrive, given a positive learning environment, strong and knowledgeable leadership, a committed and focused educational team, encouraging community, and a supportive family unit. I am passionate about watching the children grow from infancy to kindergarten. My dream and goal is to have the kids walk in needing to learn and walking out ready for the future and above where they need to be. I come from a close family, have a younger sister and brother, a niece and nephew. She has two beautiful twin girls, and a sassy-sweet 2 year old. She also owns Diamond Elite Gymnastics.

Her hobbies include reading, camping, hunting, holiday festivities, lake time, and gymnastics. 

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Angie Lane

2 year old Lead Teacher

I'm Angie. I love to spend time with family. I love to sing and dance to all kinds of music. I work in the 2 year old classroom, but can be used in any classroom. I love working with children and connecting with each individually. 

Hometown: Rawlins, WY

Child care experience: 25 years, 6 weeks to 6th grade

Education Background: CDA

Favorite food: Chinese

Favorite weekend activity: Spending time with family and pets

Favorite children’s book: Guess How much I love you, by Sam McBrantley

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Justice Lane

Infant Lead Teacher

My name is Justice and I've worked with kids for going on 8.5 years. I have lived in Cheyenne my whole life and I love to paint and hang out with my family during my free time. In the next few years, I plan on going back to school to get my degree in early childhood education.  

Hometown: Cheyenne, WY

Child care experience: 8.5 years

Education Background:  High school Diploma

Favorite food: Carne Asada Torta

Favorite weekend activity: Hanging with family

Favorite children’s book: The Rainbow Fish

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Brook Lopez

 Preschool Teacher

I'm Brooke and I currently am enrolled at East High School and am a junior. I've babysat kids many times and I currently am enrolled in the education program. I teach preschool and I also work at shoe carnival. I love working with your kids in the afternoon. 

Hometown: Cheyenne, WY

Child care experience: 2 years

Education Background: some Highschool

Favorite food: Chicken Enchillads/Menudo

Favorite weekend activity: Hanging out with Friends

Favorite children’s book: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

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Velvet Johnson

1 Year Lead teacher

Hello, I am Velvet, and I'm so excited to be part of the team her at Kountry Kids. Originally from Colorado, I am hapy to be in the beautiful state of Wyoming! I am a former teacher's assistant with 11 years of experience in the education field. I am married to my wondeful husband, Jeff, and we have 3 amazing children. I enjoy antique shopping, thrifting, and crafting, but four-wheeling is at the top of the list.  I enjoy Mexican food adn the more spice the better. My favorite children's book is 'Love you Forever, by Robert Munsch. 

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Ruth Grider

2 year old teacher

I'm Ruth! I love teaching children because they are quizative adn most of them are eager to learn. It's great watching them grow and soak in all the learning. 

Hometown: Sheridan, California 

Child care experience: 6 months

Education Background: HSD

Favorite food: Mexican Food

Favorite weekend activity: Playing Pool

Favorite children’s book: Winnie The Pooh

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Kayla Santini

Infant & One year Teacher

I'm Kayla and I currently am a junior at East High School. I'm a cheerleader and I do choir. I also work at the tramploine park on the weekends. I love being able to come in and have all afternoon to come in and connect with each of the children. My favorite part is fine motor work and trying to get them to understand their fingers and what we can do with them.  

Hometown: Cheyenne, WY

Child care experience: 3 years

Education Background: 11th grade, some high school

Favorite food: Quesadilla

Favorite weekend activity: Shopping, hang out with friends, and play piano.

Favorite children’s book: Pinkalicious

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Vicki Deporter

Infant/ Float 

I'm Vicki and I have worked with children at the YMCA. I love to teach new things and help them learn new things. My favorite part of my day is interacting with the kids. 

Hometown: Lingle, WY

Child care experience: 15 years

Education Background: some college

Favorite food: Cheeseburger

Favorite weekend activity: swimming

Favorite children’s book: n/a

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Bailee Smith

Infant/Float 

I'm Bailee and I currently go to East High School and participate in the education program. I like to hike, wrestle and be active. I love that the kids are always excited to see me and I love alwyas seeing them and getting hugs. 

Hometown: Burns, WY

Child care experience: 2 years

Education Background: some highschool

Favorite food: Pancakes

Favorite weekend activity: Paddle boarding or being in the mountains

Favorite children’s book: Don't let the Pigeon Drive the bus, or Duck Hunt

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Leyla Kolkman

Pre-K teacher

Hi, I'm Leyla. I am currently a high school student at East High School. I am in the education classes there and love working with kids. I am able to bring the lesson plans that I create there and share them with the kids at work. I love doing crafts and really connecting and growing with each kid. 

Hometown: Cheyenne, WY

Child care experience:  2 Years

Education Background: Senior in HS 

Favorite food: Chicken Nuggets or steak

Favorite weekend activity: Going camping or hiking

Favorite children’s book: Oh The Places You'll Go

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