Meet our loving, caring, and enthusiastic employees here at Munchkinland & More.
Ashley Cook
Poppy Seed Lead Teacher
Hello! My name is Ashley Cook, and I am married to Bob Cook. We have four children ages 19, 16, 9, and 4, all BOYS. They definitely keep us on our toes.
I previously worked for the Middle School as a para. When Munchkinland and More approached myself about working in their preschool aged room I was beyond excited for a change and I said YES! I absolutely love coming to work everyday and seeing all of the kids.
Employed since 2019
Heaven Folk
Poppy Seed Second Teacher
Employed since 2022
Stacia Vanhouden
Kansas Lead Teacher
Hello, My name is Stacia Vanhouden. I am a mother of an 8-year-old boy Asher Wayne. We live in Humboldt, Kansas, where my son attends elementary school.
Growing up, my mother had her own in-home daycare, so I have always been around some type of daycare setting, and when I was old enough, I also started babysitting. I previously worked at another daycare center in town before working for the district as a para. When I was approached about taking this job here at Munchkinland and More, I said YES!! I enjoy working with of all ages kids, but I am a little partial to the infants since that is what age I worked with previously at the other center.
Employed since 2019
Halle Adams
Over the Rainbow Lead Teacher
Hi everyone! My name is Halle Adams. I am currently attending Labette Community College, pursuing my early childhood education. I will graduate in May with my associates and then pursue my bachelor’s through Fort Hays State. I have loved working at Munchkinland and More and enjoy working with preschool-aged children.
Employed since 2022
Madison Ellis
Cook/Float/Breaks
Hello! My name is Madison Ellis, and I am married to my high school sweetheart, Brock Ellis. 2019 was great because we said our vows and bought our first house. We have two daughters, Braelynn and Brynlee and they are the light of our lives.
I have previously worked in another center in Pittsburg, Kansas (The Center) before moving back home to Colony, Kansas. I always have loved working with the kids. So, I applied when a new daycare center opened close to home. Then I received the call, and I said YES!!
Employed since 2019
Karlie Stephens
School Break Assistant Teacher
My name is Karlie Stephens, and I am the daughter of George and Lori Stephens. I am currently attending Bethel University for early childhood education and softball.
I have previously worked for another center and I also babysit for my previous high school teachers. I love children so much that I decided I want my career to be in Early Childhood.
Employed since 2020
Maddy McVey
Assistant Teacher/School year closer
Hi, my name is Maddy, and I am 16 years old. I am currently attending IHS as a junior. I’ve wanted to work with Megan at Munchkinland and More since I was attending her daycare. I’m very excited to start this new chapter in my life!
Employed since 2022
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