Meet Our Staff

Meet the directors of Alphabet Academy!

We are committed to education for ourselves and the children we care for; that commitment shows in the credentials of our providers, including multiple CDAs, advanced certifications, many ongoing early childhood education degrees, and a Master’s in Education. We take the lifelong pursuit of education seriously. Our passion for children shines through every day!
Jessica Loyd

Jessica

Founder

Jami Kennah

Jami

Cheyenne V Director

Jess

Jess

Cheyenne V Assistant Director

Rozan

Rozan

Cheyenne V Transportation Manager

Ashley

Ashley

Cheyenne IV Director

Leigh Ann

Leigh Ann

Burns Director

Olivia

Olivia

Burns Assistant Director

Amanda Newton

Amanda

Pine Bluffs Director

Madison

Madison

Pine Bluffs Assistant Director

Amber

Amber

Aniyah

Aniyah

Ava

Ava

Cheyenne

Cheyenne

Jade

Jade

Jodie

Jodie

Kiy

Kiy

Maria

Maria

Jordan

Jordan

Nikayla

Nikayla

Shannon

Shannon

Trinity

Trinity

Amanda Newton

Amanda Newton
Director, Pine Bluffs

Amanda Newton has been in childcare since 2018. Certified in infant and toddler credentials. Loves animals and children. Her favorite part of childcare is when she sees what she's taught her class come to life. She specializes in toddler development.

Jami Kennah

Jami Kennah
Director, Cheyenne

Jami Kennah, a.k.a. Tiny Human Wrangler, began her journey at Alphabet Academy as a substitute teacher before transitioning to a full-time role in January 2020. Having been a stay-at-home mom for many years, she initially took the position as a way to stay busy after her children started school. However, she soon fell in love with all the little faces, families, and fellow staff members. Jami enjoys working at Alphabet Academy due to its supportive leadership, excellent facility, and collaborative team environment. She has completed First Aid and CPR training, Health and Safety Basics training, as well as Wyoming Early Learning Foundation and Guideline Training. Jami intends to continue her education and training in early childhood education.

Jessica Loyd

Jessica Loyd
Founder, Director of Schools

With over 23 years experience in education and childcare, Jessica Loyd has always felt called to help young minds grow and develop to their full potential. What started as a simple in-home childcare while she stayed home with young children and helped run her family's farm has turned into three trusted childcare locations in Laramie County. She earned a Master's degree in early childhood and education, holds infant and toddler credentials, and is certified in child psychology as well as in child and adult counseling. She has worked with children of all ages, having spent three years as a secondary Spanish and social studies teacher, as well as homeschooling two of her four children. She possesses a strong desire to create confidence in young minds and ensure all children are ready for kindergarten.

Sierra

Sierra

Daryllyn

Daryllyn

Juliette

Juliette