Campus Aides

​Alaina comes from a big family and is the oldest of nine, so she’s been around kids her whole life. She has always been homeschooled and grew up right alongside her homeschooled siblings. Alaina loves drawing, crocheting, and anything creative, and she truly enjoys working with kids. She believes just about anything can be fun when you have the right attitude.

Kadie is finishing up her senior year of high school and recently turned 18. She has been homeschooled her whole life alongside her three siblings and also attended HEC, so she feels right at home in the HEC community. Kadie has been involved with Heritage Girls, enjoys theater, and hopes to pursue cosmetology in the future.

​Gretchen has spent years working with and teaching younger kids, including subbing in schools, and truly enjoys being around children. She’s a proud mom of two college-age kids and loves cheering on her daughter at volleyball games. A San Diego native, Gretchen brings a steady, caring presence and lots of experience to her time with students.

Ashlee has been homeschooled her whole life and spent 6 years as a student at HEC, so she really understands the homeschool world. As the oldest of 4 kids, she’s used to helping out and being around younger children. Ashlee loves music and plays the guitar, and is studying music in college. In her free time, she enjoys heading out to the desert with her family.

​Savannah is excited to be back at HEC as a campus aide, a place she and her siblings attended as students. She loves being able to return and support the kids who are part of the HEC community today. Savannah will soon be studying psychology in college and enjoys dancing in her free time. Growing up as one of eight kids, she’s very comfortable in busy, energetic environments.

Cathy has been part of the HEC family for five years and genuinely enjoys spending time with children. She grew up in a large, homeschooled family as one of eight siblings and also attended HEC herself. Being in an HEC classroom feels familiar and comfortable to her. Her gentle patience and kind personality make her someone students quickly feel comfortable with.

​Kadence grew up loving dance and later taught at a ballet studio. She has lots of experience working with preschoolers and younger kids, including three years at a preschool and early childhood coursework. Kadence was homeschooled her whole life and enjoys helping kids find fun & engaging activities to do. Her calm, upbeat approach helps kids get excited to participate.

Nico was homeschooled and grew up helping care for his five younger brothers, which gave him lots of experience working with kids from a young age. He also volunteered weekly at his church, where he enjoyed working with children, including those with special needs. Nico is currently attending college part time. His calm, caring presence helps kids feel supported and included.

​Alayis has been homeschooled her whole life. She comes from a big family and is the second oldest of nine kids, including her sister Alaina, which means she's been around kids and helped out a lot. Alayis loves dance and dreams of owning a dance studio one day. She’s great at keeping kids engaged and entertained, thanks to years of helping care for her younger siblings.

Janie has spent the past 15 years serving as a substitute for the school district, supporting students of all ages and needs. She is very family-oriented and enjoys spending time with her parents and loved ones. In her free time, Janie loves relaxing beach days and cooking comforting, home-cooked meals. She’s in her second year at HEC and truly enjoys being part of the HEC community.

Teresa was born and raised in Riverside, California, and has been married for 36 years. She homeschooled her three children and is now also a proud grandmother. Teresa has been an HEC campus aide for three years and loves being part of the homeschooling community. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, gardening, reading, spending time with family, and being outdoors.

​Hannah was born and raised in Southern California and was homeschooled from kindergarten through 12th grade, along with her two siblings. She has experience working with school-age children and enjoys being around kids. In her free time, Hannah loves hiking, gaming, singing, and reading. She also enjoys working alongside her mom, Teresa.