{"id":4065,"date":"2022-08-23T14:28:07","date_gmt":"2022-08-23T20:28:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/?page_id=4065"},"modified":"2026-04-14T11:26:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T17:26:51","slug":"school-staff","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/about\/school-staff\/","title":{"rendered":"School Staff"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4478\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-2048x2048.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-1080x1080.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-720x720.png 720w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-480x480.png 480w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-333x333.png 333w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2023\/09\/Berto-Dryden-295x295.png 295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Berto Dryden<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Program Specialist<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Aurora Highlands, Virginia Court, &amp; Park Lane<\/strong><br \/>\nBerto is going into his first year as a Program Specialist for Playworks Colorado, fourth year with Playworks. Originally from New York, Berto grew up in Georgia, attending Covenant College to pursue a bachelor&#8217;s degree in Sociology and his love for playing basketball. While in school, he came to Colorado during the summers to work at a summer camp as a counselor. He officially moved to Colorado in 2019 working in Aurora Public Schools. Outside of work, Berto coaches high school girls basketball, enjoys traveling to new places with his wife and kids, and loves exploring anything new, whether its food, places or people!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Britt-Jones-scaled-e1757367815431.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5437\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Britt-Jones-scaled-e1757367815431-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>Brittany Jones<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>AmeriCorps Member<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Ashley<\/strong><br \/>\nBrittany is excited about her second year with Playworks. She previously worked as a middle school math tutor and Track &amp; Field coach. She plays Women&#8217;s Pro Football in the WNFC and is eager to bring her love of sports and wellness to the team. A few of Brittany&#8217;s hobbies include, going to gym and reading.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Snapchat-4185982481-Chandra-Graham-e1757434384956.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5471\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Snapchat-4185982481-Chandra-Graham-e1757434384956-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>Chandra Graham<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>AmeriCorps Member<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Rosehill<\/strong><br \/>\nChandra is excited to bring welcomeness to the community by engaging with all students of all backgrounds!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Cinthia-Macias-scaled-e1757368382545.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5440\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Cinthia-Macias-scaled-e1757368354606-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>Cinthia Macias<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Site Specialist<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Elkhart &amp; Lansing<\/strong><br \/>\nCinthia will be joining Playworks as a Site Specialist, and is excited to build connections with the students that she will be meeting. Cinthia has experience in being a mentor, where she planned game nights and resources for her mentees. Outside of work, Cinthia likes to do activities outdoors with her friends and family.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-2.58.25-PM-e1757368763951.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5442\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-08-at-2.58.25-PM-e1757368763951-150x150.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>Davis Leibee<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Site Specialist<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Yale &amp; Iowa<\/strong><br \/>\nDavis recently graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor&#8217;s degree in General Studies. He moved to Colorado to pursue his passion of helping kids. He is most excited about teaching the kids sports and making a positive impact!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4947\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-333x333.jpg 333w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/DHubert-Headshot-2024-25-295x295.jpg 295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Dominique Hubert<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>AmeriCorps Member<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Central<\/strong><br \/>\nDominique Hubert is excited to be on the Playworks Team this year. He\u2019s a former Professional Track Athlete, and has spent the last 5 years coaching youth sports. When he\u2019s not working, you can find him in the gym or spending time with family. His favorite meal is Chicken and Waffles!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5331\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-333x333.jpg 333w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/Grace-Howell-scaled-e1753816001248-295x295.jpg 295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Grace Howell<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Site Coordinator<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Vista Peak, Dalton, Side Creek &amp; Quest<\/strong><br \/>\nGrace is a Site Coordinator and is pumped to create an environment where kids can play, grow, and connect with one another. In her free time you can find her rock climbing, losing in fantasy football, or cooking up some yummy food (roommate approved).<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Ida-Lucchesi-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5444\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Ida-Lucchesi-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>Ida Lucchesi<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Site Specialist\u00a0<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Harmony Ridge &amp; Vassar<\/strong><br \/>\nIda (she\/they) is thrilled to be on the Playworks team! She is new to Colorado, and excited to bring her experience from summer camp and after-school care to this position. She is passionate about helping the next generation build the skills they need to thrive in life. In their free time, Ida likes to dance and rock climb.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4085\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-1081x1080.jpg 1081w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-333x333.jpg 333w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23-295x295.jpg 295w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/08\/Headshot-JBorer-2022-23.jpg 1984w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Jacob Borer<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Site Coordinator<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Ponderosa, College View, Fulton &amp; Clyde Miller<\/strong><br \/>\nJake graduated from the University of Denver in 2019 with a degree in History. For 3 years, he worked with the Colorado Avalanche in their Amateur Hockey program. Jake has always loved working to promote active lifestyles and he\u2019s excited to work for Playworks! In his free time, he enjoys cheering for all the Colorado sports teams, as well as exploring the great outdoors.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5446\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-333x333.jpg 333w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268-295x295.jpg 295w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Kalee-Bonner-1-scaled-e1757431768268.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a>Kalee Bonner<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Site Specialist<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Jewell &amp; Mosley<\/strong><br \/>\nKalee is excited for the 2025\/2026 school year! Serving at Jewell Elementary and Edna\/John Mosley P-8 as a Site Specialist. This is Kalee&#8217;s second year with Playworks as a site specialist. Kalee grew up in Salt Lake City, and graduated from Weber State University in 2023. Some of Kalees hobbies includes hiking, cooking, and painting.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4951\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-333x333.jpg 333w, https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/08\/KGregg-Headshot-2024-25-295x295.jpg 295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Kylie Gregg<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Trainer<\/em><br \/>\nKylie is entering her fifth year with Playworks Colorado and recently transitioned into the role of Trainer. Originally from Kansas, she holds a degree in Strategic Communication from Wichita State University and brings over a decade of experience working with youth in nonprofit and educational settings. Kylie is passionate about youth empowerment and creating environments where all children and adults feel seen, supported, and joyful. Outside of Playworks, she enjoys skiing, camping, trying new recipes, traveling, and attending live music shows with friends.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Leland-Maki-1-scaled-e1757432336953.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5449\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Leland-Maki-1-scaled-e1757432336953-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>Leland Maki<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>AmeriCorps Member<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Kemp<\/strong><br \/>\nLeland is absolutely ecstatic to complete another year of service with a school that he considers family! Leland has built connections that\u2019ve sustained multiple seasons, and this inspires him to bring even more people together! Leland is a firm believer in Jesus Christ and actively participates in what he teaches. Leland also likes weight lifting, hiking, and sushi!!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Leonard-Paulasa-scaled-e1757432796421.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5451\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Leonard-Paulasa-scaled-e1757432796421-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>Leonard Paulasa<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Site Specialist<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Vaughn &amp; Murphy Creek<\/strong><br \/>\nLeonard is passionate about providing equal opportunity to play for all youth and is eager to be a Site Specialist for the 2024-2025 school year. Leonard previously worked as a youth soccer coach and volunteer powerlifting coach, and found joy working with children and teens. In his free time, Leonard enjoys climbing and playing video games. Otherwise he&#8217;s watching professional football and basketball.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Megan-Dorhiem-scaled-e1757433438773.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5459\" style=\"margin: 0px 25px 5px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.playworks.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/09\/Megan-Dorhiem-scaled-e1757433438773-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>Megan Dorheim<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"hr--left\" \/>\n<p><em>Site Specialist<\/em><br \/>\n<strong>Clara Brown &amp; Charles Burrell<\/strong><br \/>\nMegan is a second-year Site Specialist for Playworks Colorado. Originally from Omaha, NE, she holds a degree in Healthy Lifestyle Management from Creighton University and a Master of Public Health from the University of Oklahoma. Previously a collegiate athlete, Megan is passionate about encouraging youth to stay physically active while helping them develop life skills, confidence, and healthy habits. 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