Juliet Rogers

"I love to see that light go on when someone realizes that being strong is one of the greatest feelings in the world." Passion for children has greatly influenced Juliet’s life and work. She is excited to lead this small but mighty nonprofit. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Miami University of Oxford, Ohio. Juliet lives with her husband, Richard, in Morehead City. She has 2 children, Kelly and Julian, and loves the beautiful Crystal Coast. 

Linda VanPelt

Linda serves as the Program Manager. She works from sun up to sundown, and needs a vacation that she will never take! She has managed finance and programs for the last 14 years. Originally from Iowa,  she loves to spend her spare time making crafts and playing with her grandchildren.

Lisa Culpepper

Lisa Culpepper is our Early Education Outreach Coordinator, as well as the affiliate coordinator for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Lisa has worked passionately to enhance the lives of young children since 1999. She has earned Associate's degrees in Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation and a Bachelor’s in Early Education. Her greatest enjoyment is hanging out with her family, especially her two grandbabies.

Rene Fox

Rene Fox serves as our Enhanced Ratio Reduction Subsidy Coordinator and Technical Assistant Specialist. Rene has been working in the Early Childhood field for over 25 years. She believes that children learn best when their learning environment is designed in a way that meets their unique developmental needs and encourages exploration, creativity, and independence. Rene believes that early childhood education should constantly evolve with our fast-paced society.

Cynthia Jackson

A local girl who has worked in CCRR for the last 20 years. During that time, she has worked with parents providing childcare options. Cynthia has worked in facilities providing training and technical assistance. She advocates for Early Childhood teachers, believing they are necessary for our youngest citizens to have a wonderful, smart start.

Constance Sowers

Constance is the Office Manager, handling fiscal and administrative responsibilities as well as acting as a liaison for the Board of Directors.  She loves gardening, music, and great books.  She is originally from western North Carolina but has made the Crystal Coast her home since 2001. Constance has been in her current role for 16 years.   

Tara Willeford

Tara is our Family Support Specialist. For the past 20 years, Tara has had the privilege of working directly with children and families. She is the coordinator of our Baby Steps program, works with families each week during Story Explorers, and oversees the Reach Out and Read program. Tara has seen the positive impact that investment in early childhood programming has on our community. When families succeed, children succeed.

Board of Directors

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Gwen Roberts, Board Chair, Carteret County Rape Crisis

Elizabeth Lewis, Vice Chair

Shannon Henry, Secretary, Grandmaster Dong's Martial Arts

Zac Everhart, Treasurer, Excel Learning Centers

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Cynthia Chamblee, At Large

Alice Chavez, Newport Public Library

Donald Crooms, Faith Tabernacle of Praise

Tiffany Crosley, Easter Seals/Child First

Bart Farrell, Edward Jones

Cindy Holman, Carteret County Department of Social Services/Health Department

Kathryn Hunsucker, Carteret Counseling Services

Jennifer Johnson, At Large

Jodi Justice, Justice Elite Dance Company

Lisa Kittrell, Carteret County Public Schools

Rebecca Marson, Crystal Coast Gymnastics

Sarah Mitchell, PNC Bank

Katharine Moorehead, Carteret Children’s Clinic

Lacy Salter, Carteret County Health Department

Stephanie Stevenson, Carteret County Cooperative Extension

Kim Warren, At Large

Amanda Winters, Problem Gambling of NC

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Donors

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Shortway Brewing

Tru Fit Gym

Island Girl Charters

Mitchell Village Animal Hospital

J. M. Davis

Project Superhero   

PNC Financial Group

Artistic Tile and Stone

The Pool & Patio Store

Sports Center

Childcare Network

Excel Learning Centers

Carteret Children’s Clinic

Amos Mosquitos

Remax Ocean Properties

Putnam Real Estate

Johnson Family Dentistry

Carteret Craven Electric

PNC Foundation

Carteret Community Foundation

Beaufort Food & Wine

Wal-Mart

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