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About the Team
We are a crew of passionate individuals working together to create a positive & fun environment for youth to learn and grow.
Leadership
Aaron Miltenberger
Mr. Miltenberger joined the Boys and the Girls Clubs of the San Luis Valley as President/CEO in April of 2018. A long time advocate for historically underserved and marginalized youth, with over 25 years of working in student and youth development programs. Mr. Miltenberger has worked with foster homes, environmental education programs, youth corrections, wilderness therapy programs and with social services. He was a three-year employee at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the San Luis Valley working in the Intel Computer Clubhouse. Most recently, Mr. Miltenberger was the Director of Student Life & Recreation at Adams State University, where he worked for 10 years. He received his Master in Higher Education Administration and Leadership from ASU in 2012 and is pleased to serve the community in this new capacity.
Cyndi Oringdulph
Cyndi comes to the club after having worked here 12 years ago. She also brings 23 years of experience working with children including work as a school director, teaching kindergarten, and developing enrichment/readiness programs, to name a few. She graduated top of her class from Ashford University with a BA in Early Childhood Education Administration. She’s also certified in Restorative Justice, SEL (Social Emotional Learning), Behavior Management, Digital Threat Assessment, PBIS, and MTSS.
Theresa Shown
Theresa brings over 15 years of experience in non-profit accounting to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the San Luis Valley. She is an education professional with a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with an emphasis in Accounting from Adams State University. She is passionate about making making a difference in the lives of those around her and is most excited to give back to the children and the community through her position as Finance Director. In her free time you will find her tending to her large garden, camping, hunting or at church.
Michael Mora
Michael has over 5 years of experience working with youth in the San Luis Valley. Michael is passionate about working with young people and learning. Michael graduated from Adams State University in 2014. In his free time, Michael enjoys spending time with his family, training at his gym, and drinking coffee. Michael believes in loving others and loving yourself is the best way to live.
Garrett Marquez
Garrett is most passionate about introducing kids to the outdoors and providing them with memorable experiences. This makes him an ideal leader for the Outdoor Adventure program. Previously a teacher, Garrett has experience educating and working with kids. On a Sunday, you can find him cheering for the L.A. Chargers or hiking to big bodies of water.
Organizational Chart
Staff
Louisa Cheslock
STEM Coordinator
Fawn Tatro
Cultural Arts Coordinator
Garrett Pearson
Music Tech Coordinator
Kaitlyn Simon
Membership Coordinator
Alonna Younger
Program Aid
Olga Montano
Extended Learning Program Coordinator
Claudia Corvera
Teen Coordinator
Brandon Doss
IT
Americorps Members:
Amy Brenneman
Development Associate VISTA- Marketing and PR
Our 2021
Board of Directors
Note: BGCSLV Board terms are three years, are renewable, and are staggered. In addition, the organization has 100 percent of board members contributing financially to BGCSLV on an annual basis.
Dale Baker, General Manager, expo LLC
Chief Volunteer Officer(2021)
County of Residence: Rio Grande
Board Member Since: 2018
Term Expires: 2021
Contact info: dale_baker@hotmail.com Tel 719-580-2122
Mr. Sean Palas, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Valley-Wide Health Systems. Vice Chair, Chair Elect (2021)
County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2020
Term Expires: 2023
Contact Info: seanpalas@gmail.com Tel (719)580-1221
Mr. Rob Oringdulph, Retired, Edward Jones
Past Previous CVO (2021)
County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2007
Term Expires: 2022
Contact info: Email oringdulphr@icloud.com Tel 719-580-0130
Mr. Robert Van Iwaarden, Owner, Van Iwaarden Builders, Inc.
Secretary (2021)
County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2005
Term Expires: 2023
Contact info: Email vib@gojade.org Tel 719-589-4224
Mr. Mike Hudson, CPA and Shareholder, Wall, Smith, Bateman & Associates, Inc. Treasurer (2021)
County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2014
Term Expires: 2023
Contact info: Email mikeh@wsbcpa.com Tel 719-580-3619
Mrs. Judy McNeilsmith, Chief Operating Officer, La Puente Homeless Services County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 1998
Term Expires: 2022
Contact info: Email jmcneilsmith@gmail.com Tel 719-588-0779
Mr. Adam Lopez, Regional Manager, Wal-Mart Corporation
County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2019
Term Expires: 2022
Contact Info: Email adam.lopez281@gmail.com Tel 719-588-7982
Mrs. Kimberly Chacon, Assistant Professor of Nursing, Adams State University County of Residence: Rio Grande
Board Member Since: 2019
Term Expires: 2022
Contact Info: gkds@msn.com Tel
Mrs. Helen Sigmond, Lawyer Private Practice
County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2021
Term Expires: 2024
Contact Info: helensigmond@gmail.com
David Mize, Immigration and Naturalization Services
County of Residence, Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2014
Term Expires: 2021
Contact info: Email damize12571@yahoo.com Tel 785-456-3503
Mrs. Anke Spiegelhauer, CPA, MT, Tax Manager , Wall, Smith, Bateman & Associates, Inc. County of Residence: Rio Grande
Board Member Since: 2019
Term Expires: 2022
Contact Info: ankes@wsbcpa.com Tel 719.589.3619
Dr. Lauren Sonderegger, Valley Wide Health Systems
County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2021
Term Expires: 2024
Contact Info: lauren.sonderegger@gmail.com
Jedrick Sanders, Youth Representative, ValYouth
County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2020
Term Expires: 2023
Contact Info: jedimonkey0624@gmail.com Tel 719.589.3619
Mr. Ron Chapman, CPA and Shareholder, Wall, Smith, Bateman & Associates, Inc. Emeritus (2020)
County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2007
Term Expires: N/A
Contact info: Email ronc@wsbcpa.com Tel 719-580-3692
Parent Representative
Mrs. Esther Mendoza, parent educator Early Childhood Center County of Residence: Alamosa
Board Member Since: 2017
Term Expires: 2023
Contact info: Email mendozaesther65@yahoo.com Tel 719-588-5386
Youth Representative
Isaiah Avila
Board Member Since: 2020*
Term Expires: 2021