I'm Sondra Simpson and my entire career has been dedicated to the growth and development of children.  The first half of my career was spent in the public classroom focusing on reading and science with intermediate children. The second part of my career I have focused on children in their out of school time.  Both have been very rewarding. I organized Aim-High Child Care Center in 1994 for the Brentwood Community. We have been very successful in bringing a much-needed service to the families in Brentwood.

I'm a graduate of Kent State University, Ohio, with a Masters in Education.  My goal is that our children and our communities will be better because we've created quality time and activities for our children during their after school hours.
 

Hi, I am Rochelle Ethertonand I am the director at Ron Nunn Aim-High.  I transferred from the  Aim-High at Krey where I was the lead teacher for three years.  I have been working with children for the past fourteen years.  I have taught infants, 2two-year olds, preschool and school age.  I enjoy my job very much and hope to provide a warm, caring, structured and environment for all the children.  I currently hold a Teacher Permit from the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.  .
 

My name is Jill Divine and I am the director at Pioneer Aim High.  I enjoy working with children of all ages from birth to school age and have over twenty years experience.  I have worked in many areas of child care including being a van driver, teacher, as well as director so I really know many aspects  of child care first hand.   In my spare time I enjoy playing sports and spending time with my husband and children.
 

My name is Lori Castillo and I am the Area Manager/ for Aim-High. I have worked for Aim-High for over ten years and have been director at two different locations during that time. I hold a BA in Psychology from the University of Colorado at Boulder. After graduation I have continued training in ECD and earned a Site Supervisor Permit from the CA State Teacher Credentialing Dept. When I am not working, I enjoy being at home with my husband and children.
 

Hello, I am Kristina Upton and Director for Garin Aim-High. For the past fifteen years I've been teaching children and for the past eleven years, I've also been a director of child care programs.  I graduated from Los Medanos College with a Certificate of Achievement in Early Childhood Development with a minor in Special Needs.  I continue to attend conferences, workshops and training to keep on top of the ever changing field. I earned my California Dept. of Education Site Supervision Permit and I'm also a Professional Growth Advisor for the program.

My goal for school-age children is to become productive and positive members of society with the help of the caring staff at Garin Aim-High.  At Aim-High we strive to provide the best quality child care possible for your family. I reside locally with my family.  My hobbies include boating, four-wheeling, reading and camping.
 

My name is Cindy Gilbride.  I am the director for Aim-High at the Paul Krey Elementary School. I've been working in the field of Early Childhood Development for over fifteen years.  I received a B.A. in Child Development from CSU Chico, and have since been continuing my education in childcare.

I have worked with families and children ages 3-11 as a family daycare provider, a children's center assistant director, a home visitor and head teacher/site supervisor.  Wherever I work, I strive to provide a warm, safe environment where children are respected, encouraged and loved.  I believe that school-age programs should enrich the regular school experience with fun hands on activities.

When not at school, I spend time enjoying my family, gardening, reading, home improvement projects, cooking and travel.
 

My name is Amy Wells and I am the director for Brentwood Aim High located on the Brentwood Elementary School campus.  For the past 10 years, it has been my desire to provide children and their families with a positive, fun-loving environment where they can grow and learn.

 I received my Bachelor's Degree in Human Development in 1999 from California State University Hayward and am currently continuing my education at Los Medanos College in the field of Child Development. I have also just recently obtained a Site Supervisor Permit through the state of California.   I have worked continuously with children ranging in the ages of 2-12 over the past few years, as well as teaching kindergarten in the private sector before starting a family of my own.

I currently reside with my husband and two children in Discovery Bay. I am an active member of the SEED Foundation and enjoy boating, scuba diving, and spending time with my family.
 

My name is Kjellsten Irwin and I am the Director at Marsh Creek for Aim High.  I have three children and live in Brentwood. My wife and I enjoy sports and playing with our children.  I graduated from Chico State in 1994 with a Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration. I have worked with children for the past 10 years in the child care industry.

I have been a Head Teacher for the past six years and was recently given the opportunity to become a Director at Marsh Creek. Our goal at the center is to provide a safe, family-like atmosphere that reinforces a child's independence and self worth.