With over a decade of organized camping experience, Claire transition to the classroom teaching CTE courses at the High School Level. When the opportunity to make Dylan Jude Harrell Community Center a reality as the founding Executive Director, Claire jumped at the opportunity to invest in rural youth. Claire has a Bachelor of Science from Oregon State University (Go Beavs!), and both an M.Ed and an MBA. She was named one of the 2023 Next Generation of After School Leaders by the National After School Association and Co-Chairs the WA State Youth Development Strategy Table. In her free time she likes to read, make pottery, quilt, be the fun aunt, and spend time outside.

Annie has been living on the peninsula for 3 years, and is loving every minute of it. She's moved 13 times from the US, to the UK, to the Netherlands and feels so grateful to settle into such a special community. She started working at Ocean Beach School District and has found a true home with DJHCC. She is proud to work for a community-centered organization and loves the challenges that working in a small non-profit entails - everyday looks different! 

Kylie has worked in education for nearly ten years. She has her Masters in Education and has taught in Life Skills and Special Education settings, 2nd grade, and Kindergarten. Kylie started with DJHCC in 2023 where she helped start our Outdoor Education program. She loves to do yoga, crochet, and garden. One of her favorite parts of living at the beach is all the time she gets to spend outdoors with her family. 

Robyn has worked with kids and families for the last 10+ years. She has her Master's in Experiential Education from the University of Minnesota- Mankato and her Bachelor's in Education and Environmental Studies from Smith College. She has lived on the peninsula for the last 8 years while working for different non-profit organizations. She started with DJHCC in 2022, initially helping to create the Family Resource Center before moving into teen programs last year. In her free time, she enjoys working at the ceramic studio, spending time with friends, and swimming.