MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS Charlotte Chalakee has loved theatre for as long as she can remember. Charlotte has had the joy of performing in everything from Shakespeare to sharing the stage with her own children in The Wizard of Oz. As the proud founder of River's Edge Community Theatre in Jenks, she is dedicated to creating a welcoming space where young people can explore theatre and discover the magic of performing. Through directing and producing shows for a wide range of ages, Charlotte aims to foster creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love for the arts in the next generation.Charlotte Chalakee, theater instructor. See classes here! With her daughter Fran, Amy is part of an organizing team passionate about what they do—helping you solve your organizing dilemmas. They provide professional organizing services to help you learn techniques and strategies to better manage your time, things and space. Amy and Fran provide a can-do, nurturing attitude—with lots of energy and enthusiasm!Amy Tuggle, professional organizer. See classes here! Kim Miller-Clark is the Jenks Premiere Pom and Cheer's Program Director and head instructor. For the past 12 years, Kim has been the technique coach for Jenks 7th and 8th, 9th, JV, and Varsity Pom Squads. She has taught dancers of all ages for over 25 years.Kim traveled the United States and Europe with Gus Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago and the River North Dance Company. She also performed with the Radio City Rockettes for 3 years.Kim has coached at Sapulpa, Broken Arrow, Edison, and owned Extension Dance Academy in Broken Arrow for 17 years. In 2006 and 2020 Kim was awarded the OSDTDA coach of the year award for the state of Oklahoma.Kim Miller-Clark, JPS coach and Premiere Pom and Cheer Program Director. See program here! Lori JanzenExplore in the STEM lab with JPS teacher Lori Janzen. See class here! Alecia Freistedt Learn to crochet with Alecia Freistedt. See classes here! Torry NunneleePrepare for the ACT with certified teachers like Torry Nunnelee. See classes here! Damon Sullivan Build skills in Windows 11 with Damon Sullivan. See class here! Rachel Gunther 4th grade students learn archery with JPS teacher Rachel Gunther. See classes here! Heather Thompson Draw, paint, and create with JPS teacher Heather Thompson. See classes here! Join our team! JCE offers a variety of full and part-time positions. Apply today! With childcare, Drivers Education, coaching, and more, the perfect position may be waiting just for you. Open positions can be found through Jenks Public Schools. Interested in teaching an enrichment course? Email Kimberly.Hoffman@jenksps.org or call 918-298-0340 to propose a class or find out more information. Our instructors include community members and JPS certified teachers.
