At Ivy League Kids, we are more than a program. We are a trusted extension of your child’s day. Our team is committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment during out-of-school hours where children can grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
We understand the responsibility that comes with caring for children, and we honor that trust every single day. Integrity, accountability, and compassion guide everything we do. Through creative programming, hands-on enrichment, and meaningful relationships, our staff brings energy and purpose to each moment, turning everyday afternoons into opportunities for growth, discovery, and fun.
Our Team
Joe Evans
CEO
Dan Evans
COO
Business Development
Christina Knabjian
Managing Director
815-464-1265 x218
christina@ivyleaguekids.org
Programming
Veronica Balderman
Senior Program Director
veronica@ivyleaguekids.org
Jennifer Kainz
District Manager
815-464-1265
jennifer@ivyleaguekids.org
Tanya Oakley
District Manager
815-464-1265
tanya@ivyleaguekids.org
Zaakirah Farid
District Manager
815-464-1265
zaakirah@ivyleaguekids.org
Early Education
Dee Fernandez
Director of Early Education
815-464-1265 x207
danielle@ivyleaguekids.org
Curriculum
Shantel Mayberry
Enrichment Coordinator
815-464-1265
shantel@ivyleaguekids.org
Human Resources
Lisa Breitenberg
Director of HR
lisa@ivyleaguekids.org
Office Administration
Cindy Scroggin
General Manager
815-464-1265 x220
cindy@ivyleaguekids.org
Laura Sanders
Office Admin
815-464-1265 x226
contact@ivyleaguekids.org
Irene Deleon
Office Admin Assistant
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contact@ivyleaguekids.org
Destinie O’Connor
Office Admin Assistant
815-464-1265
contact@ivyleaguekids.org
Tiffany Boyle
Office Admin Assistant
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contact@ivyleaguekids.org