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Team Members

Emily Cox

Emily Cox

Afton Assistant Director

Miss Emily is a new addition to our Afton family. She has quickly become a beloved member of the staff and the kiddos have fallen in love with her! She is a mom of 2 amazing children and she brings laughter, love and passion to her work. We are so grateful that she has chosen us to work with and we can't wait to see what her future career holds!

Brandie Rodgers

Brandie Rodgers

Thayne

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 Sunny

Miss Sunny

Etna

Miss Sunny is out fun and spunky after school program leader. She makes certain that all students are safe and have fun activities planned for every day when school releases.

Kortni Corsi

Kortni Corsi

Afton Director

Kortni has been a part of our team for the last 3.5 years and Director of our Afton center since 2021. Miss Kortni's favorite part of her work is forming relationships with the children in her program and watching them develop their personalities. She takes the time to get to know each individual child in her care while making them feel important and valued. She is an integral part of our team and is always a favorite teacher among the Afton children!

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!

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