Jen ~ Executive Director
For over twenty years I have had the privilege of working with children of all ages ~ As a social worker, a teacher, a camp counselor, an art director, and a hospice support group leader. In addition to my work with children, I am a published freelance photographer and facilitate creative workshops and artist retreats.
Michele, Sue and I have been friends for a long time and we have often talked about our great concern over the high pressure, crazy scheduling, and the extreme intensity that children are experiencing in today's society. It seems as if the extra curricular activities that are being offered to our children are losing sight about what really matters most. Over lunch one day, we began to discuss the kind of program which would allow children the opportunity to explore their athletic and creative interests, and compete in a way which instilled healthy and supportive core values at the same time. Where could we find a program that was committed to the hearts of kids above all else, by honoring the need for balance, positive learning experiences, and practiced encouraging coaching styles? We searched, but were unable to find something in the area that reflected our vision.
It was then we decided it was going to be up to us to get such a program launched, and how the dream of Premier Poms Experience came to be....
Michele, Sue and I have been friends for a long time and we have often talked about our great concern over the high pressure, crazy scheduling, and the extreme intensity that children are experiencing in today's society. It seems as if the extra curricular activities that are being offered to our children are losing sight about what really matters most. Over lunch one day, we began to discuss the kind of program which would allow children the opportunity to explore their athletic and creative interests, and compete in a way which instilled healthy and supportive core values at the same time. Where could we find a program that was committed to the hearts of kids above all else, by honoring the need for balance, positive learning experiences, and practiced encouraging coaching styles? We searched, but were unable to find something in the area that reflected our vision.
It was then we decided it was going to be up to us to get such a program launched, and how the dream of Premier Poms Experience came to be....
I am over the moon excited about this upcoming year, to be surrounded by and working with such a dedicated, fun, creative , and positive team.
Jen and her husband live in Sleepy Hollow. When she is not
working, you will most always find her outdoors, exploring, painting, writing, and forever dreaming.
working, you will most always find her outdoors, exploring, painting, writing, and forever dreaming.