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About OCK

On Campus Kids has been providing after-school enrichment activities in Josephine County since 2004. OCK believes quality after-school enrichment can play an important role in the social emotional learning and development of children. After-school programs have shown to help children feel more connected to their school, peers and teachers. Research shows us that social emotional learning environments improve well being, develop skills critical to students personal success, increase academic achievement and reduce negative behaviors. OCK seeks to create a learning climate that promotes self awareness, healthy relationships, positive social skills, empathy, self regulation, responsible decision making, and resilience. Students participate independently through leisure, educational, and recreational activities that build confidence, self-esteem, problem solving skills, integrity, and friendships.

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OCK Enrichment Engineers

LEADING TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW

Our Enrichment Engineers provide a fun, safe, educational and loving environment. All OCK employees meet Oregon Department of Education (ODE) Early Learning Division qualifications for their positions. They have passed extensive criminal background checks. Staff takes ongoing Early Childhood Education classes that keep their knowledge/education current and continuously improve the quality of our enrichment program.

All staff are Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certified.

Multi Site Coordinator/Creative Founder

Hello, my name is Amy. I am the Managing Director of On Campus Kids. I have an extensive background in Early Childhood Education and have been developing, managing and operating after-school programs for the past 25 years. I believe that quality after-school enrichment can promote pro-social behaviors, physical and emotional health, and boost academic success, while providing a safe structured after school environment for students. I have 3 adult children who have blessed me with 4 adorable grandchildren. I enjoy spending my free time with friends and family. I love meeting new people and mostly love working with children. I am looking forward to meeting all of your students this fall.

Director

Hello, my name is Trysten! :) This will be my ninth year working for On Campus Kids. In 2016 I briefly taught English in the Dominican Republic and fell in love with teaching and traveling. I have my Associates Degree and am working towards my Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education, to some day become a Kindergarten teacher. I have two kiddos of my own, Daxton and Paisley. I love working with children and think each one has something special that they bring to our program. I am excited for another incredible school year with all of our new students!

"This is my why... I believe these children are the future and I strive to create an environment that helps them build a strong foundation that they can grow from. Each student is unique and I love being able to witness their personalities grow as they discover who they are and the potential of who they can become."

Lead Enrichment Engineers

Hello! I’m Ashlynn, I am a GPHS graduate. This will be my fifth year working at On Campus Kids. I am th eProgram Leader at Parkside Elementary. In my free time I LOVE to dance. In high school, I was on the dance and guard team beginning my 8th grade year and was the captain my junior and senior year. All four years of high school, I took child development classes and was involved with children. I plan on going to RCC and SOU to get my bachelors degree in social work.

"This is my why... I get to be the example and be the person that the OCK kids look up to all while playing and bringing out my inner child."

Hello, my name is Logan. I am a graduate of North Valley High School and currently work as the Program Leader at Allendale Elementary. In my spare time I enjoy being with friends, playing sports and loving on animals. I enjoy working at On Campus Kids. I love spending time with the kids. This will be my 5th year with OCK.

"This is my why....I love the opportunity I get to brighten their every day and the impact that they have on mine."

Hi, I'm Lauren! I'm a 2022 Grants Pass High School graduate. This will be my second year at OCK. I love to dance and have fun as well as making art and listening to music. In my spare time, I like to watch movies and Netflix shows, which my current obsession is, and has been for years, Grey's Anatomy. I love to be outside and hang out with friends and family as much as I can. I'm so happy that I am able to be a part of On Campus Kids this year and I can't wait to make memories with all of the kids!

"This is my why... Being able to help children and impact them everyday makes me happy and I love to see them have fun, and how their little minds grow and think on a day to day basis!"

Hi, my name is Rayna Polanco I am 19 years old and I graduated from GPHS. I’m a social butterfly, and full of energy. I love the arts such as dance, music and anything creative. I come from a big family, I’m the youngest of 7 and that’s were my passion for kids came from. I currently work at Lincoln Elementary as an Educational Assistant and I work for On Campus Kids.This is my third year working for On Campus Kids and I’m loving it so much!I plan on becoming an elementary school teacher someday. When I’m not working with kids I enjoying hanging out with friends and family, painting, and doing anything outdoors! As much as I love the kids I am a kid at heart and I’m blessed to be able to have an amazing opportunity like this!

"This is my why... I am a kid at heart and have a gift that can help change and impact lives. I can give love and support, and help students to to come together and realize we all need each other. I like to be proud of who I work for and who I work with. I love OCk staff and the kids with my heart and soul!"

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Hello, my name is Rylie. I am a 26 year old kid at heart! I have over 14 years of experience working with children. While working at Lincoln Elementary as an Educational Assistant, I took on a passion for teaching and plan on going back to school to pursue a career as a kindergarten teacher! As for now, I am the Program Leader at Manzanita Elementary School. This is my fifth year with OCK and I’ve LOVED every single minute of it! Once you get to know me, you’ll see that I am always smiling, enjoying the outdoors, crafting, and spending time with family and friends. I’m very excited to meet and get to know all of your sweet kiddos!

"This is my why... The impact I have on them is just as big of an impact they have on me! The students have my heart, always and forever. I care about each of them as if they are my own. Watching them grow and their personalities shine are what I live for. Teaching is a calling from above, it has made my life meaningful and filled with LOVE!"

Hello, my name is Mikah. I have over 13 years of experience as an Early Childhood Educator. I’m a born and raised Oregonian with a love of everything outdoors! I absolutely love hunting, gardening, livestock, and I’m currently learning about preserving. I’m excited to meet and build relationships with all of your students!

"This is my why...having the opportunity to be a safe space for a child or the ability to help the grow their knowledge really has a special place in my heart. I love building relationships with the students and family and still have a relationship with one of my first kindergarteners who is starting their first year of college!"

Assistant Enrichment Engineers

Hi, I’m Syd and I’m a recent high school graduate looking forward to a career that enables me to engage with younger children as they learn and grow. This is my second year with OCK. I am fascinated watching kids plays and problem solve and I believe that my engagement with young kids can inspire them to be their own little humans. i have a strong math and science back ground and my hobbies including crocheting, jewelry making, and doing my nails enable me to express my creativity.

"This is my why... Knowing I am able to create an environment for children where they feel secure and able to be unapologetically themselves makes my heart happy. Playing and laughing with them is always the highlight of my day and I hope to help them make lasting memories."

Hello, I'm George. I am a GPHS graduate. I'm currently going to RCC for my transfer degree to go to a University and eventually become a filmmaker! I enjoy watching films and playing sports like basketball, pickleball, and occasionally tennis. This is my second year at OCK. I'm excited to meet all of the kids that I'm going to be working with!!

My name is Jaedyn, I am currently a senior at Frontier Charter Academy. In my free time I like to read, take pictures, paint, or bake. This will be my second year working with On Campus Kids. I love working with children and being able to see them grow up smart and strong.

Hi, I’m Calista. This will be my third year at OCK. Working with kids is something I love to do! I have experience working with kids ages 3-12. I love ballet, music and sports. I am excited to meet everyone and see what the school year holds!

"This is my why... I love watching the kids learn new things about themselves and love. It also brings me joy playing games and coloring with them and watching their imaginations grow."

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Hello! My name is Katie. I recently graduated High School. I plan on pursuing my passion and getting a degree in Cosmetology as well as a license for my own salon. Soon after, I plan to go back to school to get a degree in Mechanical Engineering. I love fast cars, home design, and the TV show The Office. I'm a very outgoing individual and I am so excited to be working with On Campus Kids! This is my second year.

"This is my why...I wake up everyday knowing that from 2-5:30 p.m. my world, my life, my mood, will be full of love, full of change, and full of laughs. I get to put a positive touch into so many influenceable little lives, while they teach me just as much if not more than I teach them. They keep my hardships manageable with their love and joy."

Substitute Enrichment Engineers

Hi, my name is Destiny I’m the oldest child of six siblings, family is very important to me, I spend most of my free time hanging out with my siblings and friends. I love working with kids, all four years of high school I took child development and did anything I could to help further my dream in working with children. This is my 5th year working at On Campus Kids. I am the Program Leader at Riverside Elementary.I am so excited and look forward to getting to know all the kids!

"This is my why...I love to love my kids at OCK and make sure they all know they are lOVED! Creating a safe and happy place."

Hi! My name is Liam, I am a graduate of GPHS. This is my 2nd year at OCK. I am the Program Leader at Highland Elementary. I love art, traveling and sports. I love working with kids, playing and having fun with them!

"This is my why... Children are so much fun and caring. They truly make me my best self!"