AYS Fall Day camp start next month, and our Youth Development Leaders (YDLs) can’t wait to get started! Our YDLs undergo comprehensive training, including First Aid, CPR, child development, conflict resolution, team building, and safety to prepare for a rewarding and enriching camp programs.
They’re so excited for camp, they decided to get an early start with introductions!
Read the rest of our blog to learn more about Each of our Fall Days YDLs and what they’re looking forward to about most about camp!
Justin Cheault at the Indiana State Fairgrounds
Name: Justin Cheault (Mr. J)
Position/Role: Youth Development Leader
Fall break program you will be working at
The Indiana State Fairgrounds
Three words that describe you: Funny, energetic, sociable.
My favorite fall hobby/interest or activity: Sleeping and movies.
My favorite fall snack or treat: Banana pudding
My favorite color: Red
A fun fact about me: Jack of all trades.
Favorite thing I am looking forward to during this fall break: Time with family.
My favorite part of working with children/families is: Seeing smiles and fun.
Other interesting facts about me: I'm very observant.
Kendra Walker at the Indiana State Fairgrounds
Name: Kendra Walker
Position/Role: Youth Development Leader
Fall break program you will be working at:
The Indiana State Fairgrounds
Three words that describe you:
Patient, Team player, Organized
My favorite fall hobby/interest or activity: Going to the pumpkin patch.
My favorite fall snack or treat: Halloween oreos
My favorite color: Purple
A fun fact about me: I love to sing.
Favorite thing I am looking forward to during this fall break: Meeting new kids and having fun.
My favorite part of working with children/families is: To be apart of their growth and learning.
Other interesting facts about me: I also love spending time with my husband and kids and relaxing in my down time.
Geri Mundy-Patterson at Nora Elementary School
Name: Geri Mundy-Patterson
Position/Role: Youth Development Leader
Fall Break Program you will be working at:
Nora Elementary School
Three words that describe you: Patient, Kind, Hard-Working
My favorite fall hobby/interest or activity
Visit an orchard or pumpkin patch.
My favorite color: Red
A fun fact about me: I am very outgoing and love having fun with my kiddos.
Favorite thing I am looking forward to during this fall break: Fall break field trip to the orchard.
My favorite part of working with children/families is: That they have a wonderful fun day in AYS.
Other interesting facts about me: I love bowling, shopping swimming, yoga, dancing, singing and enjoying my grandkids/AYS kiddos.
Lisa Stockton at Nora Elementary School
Name: Lisa Stockton
Position/Role: Sr. Youth Development Leader
Fall break program you will be working at:
Nora Elementary School
Three words that describe you: Funny, caring, patience
My favorite fall hobby/interest or activity: Sewing and crochet.
My favorite fall snack or treat: Mr. Goodbar, skinny popcorn, starbucks
My favorite color: Blue
A fun fact about me: I need my power nap.
Favorite thing I am looking forward to during this fall break: Having fun!
My favorite part of working with children/families is: Connecting with family.
Other interesting facts about me: I have a lot of wisdom!
Tori Glazier at Central Elementary
Name: Tori Glazier
Position/Role: Youth Development Leader
Fall break program you will be working at: Central Elementary School
Three words that describe you: Fun, Musical, Curious
My favorite fall hobby/interest or activity: Pumpkin picking.
My favorite fall snack or treat: Pumpkin spice latte and candy apples.
My favorite color: Teal
A fun fact about me: I have 6 pets.
Favorite thing I am looking forward to during this fall break: Fall crafts.
My favorite part of working with children/families is: Making a space where kids can learn new things and be themselves.
Other interesting facts about me: I did percussion for 8 ½ years.
Jessica Burns at Central Elementary School
Name: Jessica Burns
Position/Role: Sr. Youth Development Leader
Fall break program you will be working at: Central Elementary School
Three words that describe you: Creative, Goofy, Loving
My favorite fall hobby/interest or activity: Going to haunted houses and pumpkin patches.
My favorite fall snack or treat: S'mores
My favorite color: Orange
A fun fact about me: I love building Legos.
Favorite thing I am looking forward to during this fall break: Seeing kids from all the sites.
My favorite part of working with children/families is: Being a safe place.
Other interesting facts about me: I have a big Lego collection. I have two Siamese cats.
Le`Lani Spicer at Blue and Gold Academy
Name: Le`Lani Spicer
Position/Role: Sr. Youth Development Leader
Fall break program you will be working at: Decatur Township
Three words that describe you: Funny, ambitious, and dedicated
My favorite fall hobby/interest or activity: Watching the leaves on the tree turn different colors.
My favorite fall snack or treat: S'mores
My favorite color: Neutral colors
A fun fact about me: I love to read!
Favorite thing I am looking forward to during this fall break: Having fun and getting to know all the new faces.
My favorite part of working with children/families is: Interacting with the children and getting to know the parents.
Other interesting facts about me: I love to travel!
Teara Keeling at Blue and Gold Elementary
Name: Teara Keeling (Ms. T)
Position/Role: Sr. Youth Development Leader
Fall break program you will be working at:
Blue and Gold Academy
Three words that describe you:
Caring, Thoughtful, Exciting
My favorite fall hobby/interest or activity: Pumpkin patches and corn mazes.
My favorite fall snack or treat:
Apple cider and carmel apples
My favorite color: Pink.
A fun fact about me: I love to explore nature!
Favorite thing I am looking forward to during this fall break: Seeing the kids that I have not seen since summer!
My favorite part of working with children/families is: I love to be a safe place for kids to grow and express themselves with.
Other interesting facts about me: I love to spend time with my favorite people and do crafts! I love to listen to music and sing.
There's still time to register your child for AYS Fall Days Camps! AYS accepts registrations up to 7 days before the start of camp.