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Meet The Team

Owner
Charli Ockwell
I'm the proud owner of our learning center, which I opened during the height of the COVID pandemic, driven by my passion for teaching and enriching young lives. Married to a firefighter and a mom of five, I understand the importance of providing a safe, supportive environment where children can thrive. My goal is to create a space where kids are not only cared for but also inspired to learn, grow, and discover their potential.

Team Lead & Pre-K Teacher
Kady Quarry
Kady has been with us since 2022 and has taught both preschool and pre-k as our Lead teacher. She's our right- hand lady, known for her contagious smile and passion for learning. Kady lives in the LC Valley with her husband, Nick, and their two cats, Beth and Hazel. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, baking and spending time outdoors. A graduate of Walla Walla Community College, Kady plans to continue her education in the Future!

Pre-K Teacher
Daisey Castillo
Daisey has always had a passion for working with preschool-aged children, toddlers, and youth. She brings experience as both a toddler teacher and a youth mentor, and she loves watching children’s unique personalities shine while discovering the creative ways they learn and grow.
Outside of Woodland, Daisey is a busy mom to both a toddler and a teenager. She is also a licensed esthetician. In her rare free moments, you can usually find her at a concert or enjoying a good book.

Preschool Teacher
Grace Beyer
Grace has been with Woodland since 2023 currently teaching our preschool class after spending last year teaching playschool. She is a wonderful asset to our team and adored by her kiddos. She has always loved working with kids--since she was little, she would tell her mom she wanted to be a teacher. After high school, she started her first job at a daycare, and now three years later, she is still doing what she loves!

Preschool Teacher
Demi Callahan
Demi has been with Woodland since 2024, helping in all classrooms and winning the hearts of the Woodland kiddos. Born and raised in Lewiston, she's the youngest of four siblings and is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business Communications at LCSC. Outside of work, Demi loves traveling and enjoying outdoor activities like camping, boating, and horseback riding.

Playschool Teacher
Karlye Bringman
Karlye is excited to begin her first year at Woodland Adventures Learning Center and is proud to be part of the team. She brings nearly three years of experience in childcare and truly loves the work she does. Karlye feels honored to play a role in the lives of so many children and enjoys supporting their growth and development each day.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, boating up river, visiting the racetrack, and taking part in just about anything outdoors.

Preschool/Pre-K
Kenzington Blevins
Kenzi is entering her senior year at LHS and is looking forward to all this year will bring. After graduation, she hopes to attend BSU to pursue her dream of becoming an elementary school teacher. She has a genuine passion for working with children and is excited to continue growing in the field of education.
Before joining Woodland, Kenzi spent a year and a half teaching preschool and kindergarten gymnastics, where she built strong connections with young learners while helping them gain confidence and new skills. She also serves as an assistant volleyball coach for SRJ, bringing leadership, teamwork, and positive energy to everything she does.

Preschool/Pre-K
Ava Fairley
Ava Fairley is entering her senior year at Lewiston High School and is excited for the year ahead. After graduation, she plans to continue her education at Lewis-Clark State College, where she will pursue a degree in Early Childhood Education.
Ava has always had a love for young children and finds so much joy in working with them. She especially loves seeing their faces light up over the smallest moments, knowing she can make a positive impact in their day.
Outside of school, Ava stays very involved in a variety of after-school activities. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors—whether exploring the woods or spending time at the beach—and loves making memories with her friends and family.

Preschool Teacher
Paige Blair
Paige Blair was born and raised right here in the valley and is proud to be part of the community she now serves. This fall, she will begin her junior year at Lewis-Clark State College, where she is working toward her associate’s degree in Radiographic Science.
Paige loves being around the children at work and truly enjoys being part of their learning and growth. She finds joy in supporting their development and building meaningful connections each day.
Outside of work, Paige enjoys spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, boating, and making memories with her dog.

Preschool Teacher
Kamdyn Welker
Kamdyn has been part of Woodland Adventures since 2025, when she first joined the team to help with the summer STEAM program. She has several years of experience working with children and brings patience, energy, and enthusiasm to her role.
She is currently a junior at Lewiston High School, where she plays competitive volleyball for her school as well as for her club team. In addition to playing, Kamdyn has also stepped into a leadership role this year by helping coach younger club volleyball teams, demonstrating her strong teamwork skills and positive influence both on and off the court.

Preschool Teacher
Savannah Gonzales
Savannah plans to attend Lewis-Clark State College to pursue her goal of becoming an elementary school teacher. Teaching has always been a dream of hers. Growing up, she spent time helping her mom in the classroom, where she discovered her love for education and working with children.
She is heading into her senior year and stays actively involved in cheerleading and serving on her school’s leadership team. Savannah is excited to share her love for learning and help create a fun, positive, and encouraging experience for all of the children this year.
Apply Today
At Woodland Adventures Learning Center, we're always looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team! If you love working with children and are committed to creating a nurturing, engaging learning environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to become part of our family and help make a difference in the lives of our Woodland kiddos!
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