Our Team
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed. It is the only thing that ever has.” – Margaret Mead
Our team consists of CYA staff, SPaRC staff, a Board of Directors, volunteers, community partners, and of course our inspiring youth.
Becky Leatham
Executive Director
Marco Erickson
Program Director
Michele Watson
Operations Director
Misty Robinson
Resource Coordinator
Lexie Blake
Volunteer Coordinator
Alexis Plum
Enrichment Coordinator
Seth Fuller
Transportation Coordinator
Rhonda Cornforth
Project Coordinator
Kira Palmer
Empowerment Leader
Haylee Watson
Empowerment Leader
Kiki Chandler
Empowerment Leader
Ella Tobin
Empowerment Leader
Cheyana Leatham
Communication Coordinator
Andrew Hansen
Support Advocate
Mike Cherniske
Support Advocate
Sam Hansen
Youth AmeriCorps
Cedo Marroquin
SPaRC Coordinator
Carlie Ried
Family Resource Specialist
Madelyn Christensen
Family Resource Specialist
Paige Preece
Family Resource Specialist
Kaylee Simmons
SPaRC Intern
Irelynd Preece
SPaRC Intern
Becky Leatham
CYA Executive Director
Becky is a Certified Prevention Specialist and has spent the last 20 years in the field of youth leadership and substance abuse prevention. A lifelong Idahoan, she is the mother to four, grandma five, and “mom’ to hundreds. Becky began her journey impacting teens many years ago as a volunteer at her children’s school and an AmeriCorps Service Member. She credits her success to great mentors early in her career and a knowledgeable and passionate group of co-workers she calls friends today. Becky is the founder and Executive Director for Community Youth in Action and is mentoring a large staff to always carry on her mission.
Shawna TenEyck
Board Chair
Shawna TenEyck is the Administrator of Children’s Supportive Services, Inc. She has been with CSS since 1998, starting in Partial Care during her Idaho State University internship, and holds a Master’s Degree from Walla Walla College. Shawna has worked in adult and youth mental health, helped develop the CIT with law enforcement, and serves on the Idaho Clinical and Training committee. She enjoys supporting kids and families and spending time with her family and traveling.
Ashley Stallings
Board Vice Chair
Ashley is Executive Director of Upper Valley CAC. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from BYU-Idaho and a Master’s in Child Advocacy and Policy from Montclair State University. A trained Child Advocate and Forensic Interviewer, she has educated hundreds on preventing and responding to child abuse and serves on the Idaho Region 7 Behavioral Health Board and as CYA Board Treasurer. Ashley enjoys supporting child survivors and their families, and in her free time, she loves family, outdoor activities, and anything chocolate.
Nick Chaffin
Board Treasurer
Nick has served on the board since fall 2019. A former teen volunteer, he led TRAPPED for three years and spoke to community and state leaders about teen marijuana use. Today, he works at the INL. In his spare time he coaches youth baseball and spends time with his wife and family.
Brady Stevens
Board Secretary
Brady is a juvenile probation officer in Bonneville County and a dedicated supporter of Community Youth in Action, recognizing the critical role of prevention in reducing youth involvement in the juvenile justice system. He was raised in Idaho Falls and is married to his childhood sweetheart, whom he has loved since the age of 13.
Kyle Osborne
Board Member
Kyle is a Skyline High School graduate and a member of the alumni from the community coalition program. He loves tattoos, cats, his wife Kathryn, and his Harley Davidson. Kyle works as a security guard at the INL and he proudly serves the United States in the Army Reserves.
Partners
Sectors
Business & media
Civic & Clergy
Healthcare & Prevention
Local Government & Law Enforcement
Parents & Schools
Youth & Youth Serving Organizations
Business & Media
Business – representatives of a business-related organization
Media – representatives of communications outlets that provides information to the community
Civic & Clergy
Civic/Volunteer Groups – representatives of organizations that provide civic or volunteer activities to the community
Religious/Fraternal Organizations – representatives of faith-based organization who have leadership roles
Healthcare & Prevention
Healthcare Professionals – individuals legally allowed to provide physical, mental, or behavioral healthcare services
Other organizations involved in reducing substance abuse – community organizations that address substance abuse prevention
Local Government & Law Enforcement
State, Local or Tribal Governmental Agencies – representatives of government-funded agencies with a focus on substance abuse
Law Enforcement – representatives of law enforcement agencies who are sworn law enforcement officers and/or retired law enforcement officer
Parents & Schools
Parent – individuals legally responsible for a child, grandchild, or foster child
School – representatives of public, private, and charter school systems with influence in school policies and procedures
Youth & Youth Serving Organizations
Youth – minors that are 18 years old or younger
Youth-Serving Organization – representatives of organizations that provide services to youth
Are you interested in joining our team?
Because the mission of CYA is to unite the community we are always eager for partnerships.
To apply, volunteer, become a sector, or contribute in your own unique way, contact Becky Leatham at becky@cyaidaho.org