Meet the Site Directors
Little Stars - Jessica Tomaka
Jessica has been with FVSRA summer camp since 2010. She recently completed her 3rd year as a Special Education teacher in District U-46. Jessica’s favorite part of camp is working with new and returning campers and staff. When she’s note working at camp, she loves spending time with her family and friends. She can’t wait for another great summer at Camp Little Stars!
Rising Stars - Makenzie Havemann
Makenzie is ready for a busy summer full of games, crafts, field trips and pool days! Makenzie’s favorite part about camp is the energy the campers come in with every morning and watching them build new friendships. Makenzie is a senior at Illinois State University, studying Special Education. When not at camp, Makenzie enjoys spending time with family and cooking.
Shining Stars - Francesca Evischi
Francesca is joining summer camp for her 9th season! Her favorite part of camp is watching the campers have a first-time experience with games, activities and adventure in the community. Francesca graduated from Western Illinois University in Special Education. In her free time, she loves spending time with her dogs.
All Stars - Liz Turk
Liz recently graduated from University of Iowa in Therapeutic Recreation. Liz loves summer camp and is excited to meet all the campers at All Stars! In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, working out and playing with her dog.
Rock Stars - Sydney Reuland
Sydney loves camp season and all the fun things that come with it. She is going to be a senior at Illinois State University, studying Special Education with an emphasis in learning and behavioral disorders. She likes to be outside in the sunshine and spending time with friends and family. She can’t wait for another great summer!