Hi, I’m Brenda Myers. I have been dedicated to early childhood education here at CCYL since 2005, where I have been fortunate to guide young minds and foster a love for learning as a preschool director. My passion for nurturing children's growth and development drives my commitment to creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for every child. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy cooking and watching movies. I am deeply patriotic and believe in the values that strengthen our community.

Hello everyone! My name is Shawna Sanchez. I am the Assistant Director at CCYL Preschool. I have been at CCYL since May of 2018, and I feel so blessed to be a part of such a wonderful school. I graduated from Cal State Fullerton in May of 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in Child and Adolescent Development. In November of 2022 I married my wonderful husband Daniel. We currently live in Fullerton with our dog Benny. In my free timeI like to go to watch movies, go to the beach, or play games.

Hello family and friends!  My name is Maria Dumaine. I have worked at CCYL since 2006. I feel very blessed to work at this beautiful preschool as the Activities Director! I have a lot of energy and I love to teach little people. I married my best friend Andy in 1992 and we have built a beautiful life together. We live in Corona with our daughter, grandson, dog, and our fishies. Our Family enjoys camping, football, table games, and picnics. I love our dear God with all my heart!  Let’s GO have Fun!

For those of you who do not know me, my name is Adriana Bravo and I received my certificate in Early Childhood Education at North Orange County Community College.  I have worked at CCYL since 2008.  I feel so blessed to be part of this wonderful team.  I  married my wonderful husband Paul in 2013. I’m blessed to be the mommy of a beautiful  girl, Paola,  & her Baby brother Adrian. I enjoy spending time with my family, scrapbooking, cooking, and going to the beach.

Hi everyone! My name is Britney Santana. I am one of the lead teacher in the Bubbly Birds classroom. I have two kids who attend CCYL. One is in preschool, and the other is in the Academy. I love fashion and putting outfits together to make a new look. In my free time I enjoy shopping or going to Disneyland with my kids.

Hello! My name is Hannah McCabe, and I’m blessed with teaching our Busy Bees this year! I was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada. I moved to sunny California in 2017 to continue my family’s adventures in the music industry. I have been a teacher for 2 years now, but have worked with children since I was 8! I am passionate about loving children as Jesus would, and treating each and everyday like an adventure! From the stars in the sky to the bugs on the ground, there’s always more to discover!

Hi! My name is Jennifer Salazar. I have been working with children since 2002 & I've been part of the CCYL family since 2013! I married my best friend in 2002 and we are blessed with 3 children; Junior, Jennalyn, & Jaycob. My youngest is a CCYL preschool alumni & he is currently on a National soccer team and keeps us busy!! My family and I attend Murrieta Church of Christ & help with the orphanage ministry in Ensenada BC. A few fun facts about me is I have 3 French bulldogs who love their momma & I have my own cottage food licensed in-home bakery that I run from my home right here in Yorba Linda!

Hi, I’m Jillian Reuland! I started working in preschool back in 2019, but took a break during the COVID shutdown. I joined this amazing school in 2022 as an ABA aide for one of our K4 students. In 2023 I officially became a lead teacher here at CCYL. I am a proud mom to my daughter, Lily, who’s a student upstairs in the academy. In my free time, I love reading, spending time with Lily and my nephew, and being outdoors in God's beautiful world.

Hello, my name is Judy Salazar. I have been  teaching at Calvary Chapel of
Yorba Linda since 1999. I attended a Lutheran Bible Institute after graduating from High School and I obtained a degree in Biblical Studies. I also graduated from Hope International University and obtained a degree in Early Childhood Education. I have a son and two daughters. My son, Miguel, attends Cal State University Fullerton and my oldest daughter, Mia, is a senior at Anaheim High School. They both are CCYL alumni. My youngest daughter, Maddy, is a current student in CCYL's Academy. We enjoy going hiking, fishing and to the beach.

Hello everyone , my name is Oyuki Ayala. I have been  at CCYL since 2019. In that time I have taught in Younger Preschool, Older Preschool, and K4. I am currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Spanish. In my free time I love to take my dog for walks, spending time with my family, and going to amusement parks. I love Harry Potter and I enjoy reading. Let me know if you have any good book recommendations!

Hello! My name is Sarah Mancino, and I am so excited to be working at Calvary Chapel Yorba Linda Preschool! I graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Bachelor’s in Psychology in 2024. I have worked with children for most of my life and I love sharing the love of Jesus with them! I like to spend my free time with my family, watching movies, and visiting different local coffee shops. I am so excited to be with the Bees class and help your children learn about the world around them!

Hello! My name is Soleil Ruiz. I love to travel, read, and stay active. Grabbing coffee or matcha and being by the beach are my favorite things to do. I also love spending time with my family and taking my niece and nephew to Disneyland whenever I get the chance.

Hello, I am Suzanne Haller. I have been working at CCYL since 1999. I have lived in Placentia for the past 33 years, but before moving there I was born and raised in La Habra, California with my older brother and younger sister. After high school, I attended UCI where I received my bachelor's degree. I’ve been married to my husband, Greg, for 42 years, and have 4 beautiful daughters (Amber, Cassie, Carly, and Shelby), 5 grandsons (Mateo, Kingston, Khi, Nico, & Cohen), and 4 granddaughters (Mila, Luka Belle,Vera and Delilah).

Hello Everyone! My name is Sydney Basham.  I started my career in childcare working with elementary students at Zion Lutheran School in 2018, and moved to working with preschoolers in 2021. I love to witness the children in my class develop a love of learning while discovering new things. I am also a full time college student at Cal State Fullerton where I am studying Criminal Justice. I live in Anaheim with my parents and brother. In my free time I like to do escape rooms, have game nights and watch movies.

Hi, I’m Hannah Dumaine. I’ve been teaching at CCYL since 2021. It’s extra special for me because I’m also an alum of the academy! When I’m not in the classroom, you can usually find me reading a good book or out on a run. I recently got married in 2024 to my husband, Jasper. I have a wonderful son, Oliver, who’s currently in preschool here. I love being part of this wonderful community as both a teacher and a parent!

Hello, I am Mirta Alonso. I have worked at CCYL since 2005. I am originally from Argentina and moved to the United States when I was 27 years old. I have been married to a wonderful man named Omar since 1967. We have 2 children together; a son named Gustavo and a daughter named Cynthia. I like to go to the beach, garden, and cook. You can often times find me in the CCYL kitchen making something delicious.

Hi, I’m Nadine Mantra!  I’ve been working with kids since 2014 and have been part of this amazing school since 2019. When I’m not in the classroom, I love spending time with my family, going to the beach, and visiting amusement parks. I live in corona with my parents, my two brothers, and my sister. 

Hi, I’m Syd McCabe! I’ve been working with kids since I was 8 years old, when I started volunteering in Sunday school. I officially began working in preschool in 2022, and joined the team here at CCYL 2024. I moved to California from Canada in 2017 with my two older sisters and little brother for my dad’s job. Outside of work, I love animals, shopping, and exploring new places. I’m excited to be part of this community and can’t wait to see what this year brings!

Hello,  I’m Yuki Zhang. I’m currently going to school for early childhood education. I started working here at CCYL in 2024. I’ve been married to my husband, Harris, since 2016, and we have a wonderful son named Lucas. who is a student in our awesome preschool. In my free time, I love listening to music, watching dramas on TV, reading, and going ice skating with Lucas.