our team!

Mrs. Chrry

As the owner and director of the center Mrs. Chrry strives to apply JFK's goals to every aspect of our program to ensure that with every decision, we are putting the needs of the children first! She has been involved in early childhood education for over 26 years, has been directing for 22 years and has her degree in accounting.  Mrs. Chrry is easy to talk to and is willing to help meet customers needs!  It is important for her that students receive the type of education, care, and respect that they deserve! That same mindset applies to the development of our staff. She regularly schedules continual training for the Just for Kids staff through the IdahoSTARS program, an important Idaho Child Care Program that is designed to ensure that childcare providers have the necessary skills, knowledge, and training to provide the best care possible!  

Mr. Robert

Mr. Robert isn't afraid to help students get their hands dirty by engaging them in the classroom, the garden, and "in the field" during summer camp adventures! His primary goals are to "Build Better Behaviors" while promoting fun!  Mr. Robert studied political science and psychology, with an emphasis on behavioral psychology at Idaho State University and Boise State University and he has over 12 years experience working with our students.  He believes in cooperation, community building, associative learning, self-development, critical thinking, and freedom of thought, speech, and expression.  Mr. Robert facilitates our preschool programs while being responsible for hosting JFK's summer camp, after school homework & tutoring program, and garden curriculum. He strives to teach children how to overcome adversity by challenging them to better themselves as they mature and learn!

Miss Tessa

Miss Tessa has a knack for lulling babies and can always bring out a smile!  She believes in fairness, as she equally spoils every baby that comes her way!  Miss Tessa is currently finishing her degree as a student-teacher with aspirations to be a kindergarten teacher once she graduates.  She has about seven years of experience and currently acts as our floater, providing support for each age group as needs arise, while focusing on the pursuit of her degree.  Mrs. Tessa is passionate about reading, education, and children's rights!  She strives to bring a smile to every student's face while reminding them that happiness is a choice that all of us can make!

Mrs. Kay

Mrs. Kay works closely with our preschoolers, to help them learn important social rituals!   Mrs. Kay brings a plethora of experience to the table ranging from in home care straight into the classroom.  Mrs. Kay's wisdom is invaluable and can be seen in the strength of the bonds she forges with everyone, as she often becomes the extra grandma that every child needs in their lives!  Mrs. Kay believes people can attain their dreams with enough patience, diligence, attention to detail, and courage.  She often reminds our students and staff that its okay to get upset, to not always have the right answer, and to make poor choices, as long as we're willing to work to do better next time, and to believe in ourselves!