HELPING CHILDREN SUCCEED!
Child Care Aware of Minnesota supports the professional growth of child care providers and programs. Minnesota depends on child care providers to nurture children and prepare them for school and life. We are here to support you as you help children, families, and your community. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Meet Our Staff
Leah Budnick
Region 3 Child Care Start-up and Retention Navigator
Phone: 320-227-8311
Email: Leah.Budnick*AT*pine.edu
Kelly Darwin
Professional Development Support Coordinator
Phone: 320-629-5153
Email: Kelly.Darwin*AT*pine.edu
Anne Kubesh
Region 7E Coordinator - Parent Aware Quality and CLASS Coach
Phone: 320-629-5141
Email: Anne.Kubesh*AT*pine.edu
Jennifer Peterson
Region 3 Coordinator - Parent Aware Quality and CLASS Coach
Phone: 320-227-3032
Email: Jennifer.Peterson*AT*pine.edu
Christine Salgy
Region 3 Child Care Start-up and Retention Navigator
Phone: 320-227-3129
Email: Christine.Salgy*AT*pine.edu
Tiffany Sullivan
Professional Develop Advisor
Phone: 320-227-3069
Email: Tiffany.Sullivan*AT*pine.edu
Wendy Walburg
Dean, Continuing Education & Customized Training
Phone: 320-629-5146
Email: wendy.walburg*AT*pine.edu
Annette Weaver
Education Coordinator for Child Care Aware
Phone: 320-629-5134
Email: Annette.Weaver*AT*pine.edu
