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Team Members

Alaina Downs

Alaina Downs

Administration

Alaina is the Director of the Afton facility. Alaina has been a constant presence with us for the last 4 years. She is a mom of 3 feisty girls that also attend our facility and helps with run our CACFP program!

Brandie Rodgers

Brandie Rodgers

Thayne Director

Miss Brandie has been with us for over a year now and to say we found a gem would be an understatement! Miss Brandie is an invaluable attribute to the team. She is passionate and driven by her fun personality and fresh point of view! She is a natural and we look forward to many more years of seeing her inspire the kids in her care!

Amber & Shawn Merritt

Amber & Shawn Merritt

Owners

Amber & Shawn were married in 2008 and have been living in Star Valley raising their 3 children ever since. Amber has experience working in childcare for 22 years with 8 of those years being in California. Adventure Kids was established in their home of 2012 and opened it's first location in 2014. Since then Adventure Kids has been steadily growing and now claims 4 locations across the valley. Amber & Shawn prioritize quality childcare while keeping the family dynamic central. They pride themselves on being the #1 childcare provider in Star Valley, WY.

Miss Kathy

Miss Kathy

Etna Program Manager

Miss Kathy is the leader of our Etna facility. This facility is an elementary only facility and Miss Kathy has her work cut out for her! She provides a safe space for these elementary aged students, making sure they are fed, getting homework done, and above all loved!

Danell Jackson

Danell Jackson

Afton Director

Miss Danell has a huge heart! There are not many people who are willing to go above and beyond but Miss Dani is definitely one of those people! She gives her whole heart to the children she works with and we are so proud of our newest director!

Valarie Pead McAfee

Valarie Pead McAfee

Alpine Director

Our Alpine kids love Miss Val! She provides consistency and love to every child that walks through the doors. Miss Val creates an environment where each child feels loved, cherished and safe. We are so fortunate to have a powerhouse like Miss Val on our team!

Call us:

(307) 389-0388

Locations:

799 County Road 137 Afton WY 83110

 2335 Muddy String Road Thayne WY 83127

 260 River Circle Alpine WY 83128

107736 HWY 89 Room #12 Etna WY 83118

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Mailing:

Box 1576 Afton, WY 83110

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