Parent Connect at Cherry Hills Christian School
As a parent at Cherry Hills Christian School, you play an integral role in the Parent Connect community. This parent-led group organizes and engages in fellowship events and activities all year round. These include quarterly Parent Connect meetings, a Book Fair, Mom’s Bible Study, and other fellowship opportunities.
Volunteer Today!
Please let us know if you want to get involved with the Parent Connect community! We always need volunteers to help support the many fellowship opportunities throughout the year!
Contact the Director of Enrollment and Engagement, Stafie Parker, for more information.
Mark Your Calendars
Thursday, November 21
“Raising Resilient and Responsible Kids,” presented by Rich and Shelly Howard, Co-Founders of OneFamily
8:30 am, in Pavillion 2
Join us for fellowship and breakfast and hear from our speaker!
Raising resilient and responsible kids is no easy feat. With so many conflicting ideas out there, it’s hard to know what expectations to set and how to hold kids accountable without constant negotiations. We’ll look at establishing some minimum standards (boundaries and expectations) and offer some practical strategies for encouraging compliance and growing responsibilities.
Guest Speakers
Rich and Shelly Howard are long-time parenting/marriage leaders and Co-Founders of OneFamily. The Howards have been married for 36 years and have two sons, ages 27 and 24. They are passionate about serving families through OneFamily, a non-profit ministry designed to equip parents for success, encourage them during challenges, and sustain them for the marriage and parenting journey. They have found that great families need a great strategy to create the family life they love!
Mission of Parent Connect
- Pray for our community and staff
- Provide support and advance the mission of CHC
- Provide fellowship and connection opportunities for new and existing families
- Partner with school administration to create a unified school community
- Create fellowship opportunities for community building
Meet The Parent Connect Leadership Team
Mackenzie Brucker, Chair
Mackenzie and her family relocated from the Northwest to Colorado a few years ago without any prior connections in the area. CHC has played a pivotal role in helping the Brucker’s swiftly establish a meaningful community. Mackenzie and her husband Scott, have two daughters, in grades 3 and 4. The relationships fostered through CHC have exceeded their expectations, offering a supportive faith community and invaluable connections for the entire family. Volunteering at the school has brought immense joy and satisfaction to their lives, and they eagerly anticipate the exciting opportunities for their children and the entire CHC community this year. Beyond school, they enjoy game nights, sharing meals with friends, and embracing the great outdoors to bask in the Colorado sunshine.
Connect: mackenzie.brucker@gmail
Jamie Robben, Vice Chair
Jamie and her family relocated to Highlands Ranch from Sacramento two years ago when her husband, Charlie, was relocated for work. They have two children, Stella, entering Grade 7, and Beau, entering Grade 5. New to the area, they dove headfirst into meeting new families by actively participating in CHC and CHCC. Jamie volunteered on Parent Connect and led a VBS Camp at CHCC last summer. Working with the school and church has been a blessing as they have connected with many wonderful families. They love camping and spend their weekends in their RV exploring the outdoors and cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs (apologies to Broncos fans!).
Connect: jamielrobben@gmail
Ashley McKinley
Ashley McKinley and her family relocated to Highlands Ranch from the Northern Virginia/Washington DC area. She and her husband Gavin have two daughters, Sydney in Grade 5 and Margaret in Grade 2. Originally from West Texas, Ashley and Gavin have been delighted to introduce their daughters to the beauty of their new home in the United States. The warm and friendly welcome they received in Colorado, especially at CHC, was a pleasant surprise for their family. They aim to extend this kindness by assisting new families in adjusting to the school and the area. The Christian education and nurturing atmosphere at CHC have deepened their faith in God and strengthened their family bond. Ashley is excited about contributing to the Parent Connect team and witnessing the impact of God’s work at Cherry Hills Christian School this year!
Connect: ashleymillsmckinley@gmail
Danora Gotto
Danora and her husband, Robert, became part of the Cherry Hills Christian School community in 2022 and have found immense joy in being part of this Christ-centered environment. They have two daughters enrolled at CHC: Clara, entering Grade 5, and Laura, entering Grade 4. Danora is excited to continue their involvement at Cherry Hills and is eager to contribute to the school community by serving on the Parent Connect leadership team. Her role will focus on making new families feel welcomed and connected within the CHC community. Danora finds inspiration in the verse: “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” – Isaiah 40:31.
Connect: danora02@gmail
