Meet Our Director
Hi! I have been the Administrator and Director of Little Star since July of 2013, but have been with this daycare since 2011 - where I began working with 4-year-olds. I have been in the Early Childhood field since 2007 and have been blessed to have had the opportunity to work with every age group. My husband and I have two young children, Leah (10 years) and Ahren (8 years). We are so blessed that God has chosen us to be their parents. We enjoy staying active by playing outside, traveling & playing with our dogs, cat, sea monkeys and guinea pig! I am so excited to have you be a part of our Little Star family!
Ms. Krystina
Ms. Kym
Hi! My name is Kym and I have been apart of the Little Star team since July 2019! I have been married to my wonderful husband, Michael, since 2012. We have three children: Brett and Jaylin, who are adults and out on their own, and Ivy who is 12. We also have a Goldendoodle named Zeke who keeps us busy at home! In my spare time I enjoy listening to music, reading, and crocheting. A few years ago, I went through cancer and am so grateful to now call myself a survivor! I still receive preventative treatment, but I'm thankful to be able to continue moving forward and enjoying life. The support I received from my co-workers and Little Star families during my diagnosis and active treatment meant so much to me and showed me just how special this community is. I'm excited to continue growing Little Star as the Classroom Operations Manager. Little Star has become a second home to me, and I love being able to watch our kids learn, grow and develop their own personalities. I'm excited to continue building relationships with our families and welcoming you into our Little Star Community!
Meet Our Center Cook
Ms. June
Hello, I am Ms, June. I joined the Little Star team full time in December 2021 as Center Cook. I filled in at Little Star during the winter of 2019 as lead teacher in the Toddler Room and again in the winter of 2020 in the capacity of Center Cook.
I started my 20+ years Daycare Career after attending CVTC in the late 80's/early 90's in Early Childhood Education. I have worked both in a large daycare setting and my own in-home daycare center/pre-school. In my 15+ years of my in-home I raised many children from birth to school and have had the privilege to watch most of them grow into beautiful adults that I am still involved with and have several of them start their own families.
My cooking expierence comes from cooking for places like my high school's boarding school, which I was hired to do right after I graduated and did for several years. Along with that I also cooked for other large group daycares and a large assisted living facility. I have spent the last 18 years living in the plains of Montana where the last 13+ years have owned a Historic Bar and Cafe, The Jersey Lilly, which is on the Montana Historic Registry and inducted into the Montana Cowbow Hall of Fame.
I am the mother of 2 grown children, my daughter, Krystina, whom you all know and my son, Kyle. I am Nana to 2 grandchildren, Leah and Ahren. I am extremely gateful that I am able to spend so much time with my family.
Other than spending time with my family, I enjoy loving up on my 2 pups, Carlie and Rosco and my 18 year old cat, Teddy. I read when I am able and love to travel.
Although my title at Little Star is Center Cook, I do at times get to step into classrooms and lend a hand and enjoy interacting with all the children.
Meet Our Teachers
Ms. Liz
Ms. Anela
Hi! I'm miss Anela or Nela to some of your younger kiddos and I've been at Little star since March of 2022. In that time I've worked with all the age groups, before taking over in the Sunshine room. Along with working here, I am a prior service US Army Reservist and I was enlisted for ten years. Watching your kiddos grow and learn, as well as being part of that process is the most fun and rewarding part of working with them! I look forward to getting to know you and your kiddos!
Ms. Alexis
Ms. Becky
Ms. Steph
Hi, I am Ms. Liz. I have been teaching at Little Star for 10 years and have taught 4K here for 7. I am married with 3 kids and a dog. We love to play games and be outside together. In my free time I enjoy reading, cooking, and shopping. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Hello, my name is Alexis! I have been at Little Star since July 2019. I live in Eau Claire with my husband and our two children: Connor (15) and Avaree (9). I have had the opportunity to work with all age groups, but I have found a home with the 2 year olds! I love watching children grow and learn new things everyday!
Hello, my name is Becky! I have been here at Little Star since June of 2019. I live in Eau Claire with my family. I have been in the baby room since I started and wouldn't have it any other way! I love watching the children grow every day and learning new skills throughout the year!
Hi I am Stephanie, the lead teacher in the infant room but I've been all over! I have been working in the baby room since August of 2015. I graduated from CVTC with my Associates Degree in early childhood education in May of 2015 and I'm going back to school to get my Bachelors degree in the same major after 11 years! In my spare time I love to read, listen to music and binge watching my favorite shows. I am so grateful to be a part of this team and be able to help your child grow.
Ms. Jessica
Hello, my name is Jessica I have been working here since July 2022. I have three kids, Kaylyne, Draesen, and Daylani who all attend the daycare with me. I have been working in daycare for seven years and specifically infants for five now. This is my third time back at little star; third times a charm right? I have made such good relationships with the staff here and all the kiddos. In my free time I like to spend time with my family, being outside, and going shopping.
Ms. Barb
Hi family, friends, and children of Little Star. I am Miss Barb (Bop Bop) and I work in the Tiny Twinkler room. I have studied at CVTC for childcare and studied Spanish and Business Administration at Blackhawk Tech in Janesville, WI my home town. Before I started working at Little Star, I took some time to help my husband to run our 3rd generation, 45 cow dairy farm. We had to give up the dairy farm in 2020, so that my husband could work off the farm in Altoona, WI. I have two sons, Ryan and Lucas. I have many interests but mostly like to spend time reading, fishing, or quilting. I continue to study via video and books on how to better serve the little kiddo's I care for. They are the joy of my world I love to teach and watch them grow into special human beings. I so enjoy working for a faith based organization and look forward to serve as God has directed me with love and grace according to Jesus's commands. Thank you for the opportunity to help and care for your children.
Ms. Mary Lou
Ms. Heidi
Ms. Kenna
Hello! I'm Heidi! I've been at Little Star Daycare since March of 2024. I have lived in Eau Claire all of my life. In my free time I enjoy reading, playing video games, and taking walks outside. I'm a float around the center, so you'll see me with your kiddos in any classroom! I look forward to getting to know you and your kiddos!
Hello, my name is Mary Lou! I have been at Little Star since Feb 2022 having so much fun, part -time in the baby room. I am so grateful to be a part of this loving team! I have been blessed with a daughter, Micheala and her soon-to-be husband, Brandon. I have a compassion for children and am so excited to get to know you and your little one!
Hey - oh!! I am Miss Kenna! I am one of the leads in the Toddler room and I have been at Little Star since March of 2024. When I was younger, I was a student at Little Star just like all of the kiddos here now! I love watching the kiddos thrive each and everyday. achieving their small and huge accomplishments in the classroom. In my spare time I like to crochet, and spend time with my kitten, Gouda and my puppy, Kona! I look forward to getting to know you as well as your amazing tiny humans!
Mr. Dylan
Meet Our Classroom Operations Manager
Hello, my name is Dylan and I have been with Little Star since March of 2024. I am originally from Texas and have been living in Eau Claire with my wife since 2021. I am the lead teacher in the Sparkler room and love every second of it. Being able to be a part of the kids life and watch them grow as people is truly amazing!
Ms. Kyra
Hi! My name is Kyra and I've been at Little Star since June of 2023. I am attending Winona State University to major in Elementary Education, and I'll come back during the summer to continue working at the daycare! I am a support teacher, so I get to see all the kiddo's each day. I am beyond grateful to be a part of this family!
Ms. Houa
Hi, my name is Houa! I’m so glad I get to work with your kiddos and help them grow into whatever they want to be. Little bit about myself, I grew up and graduated from Altoona and later graduated from CVTC with an ECE degree. In my free time I like to pick up random hobbies, play games, watch movies with my husband, and take walks around town with him too.
