Victoria

Railey

Kids Connection Director

Victoria’s heart is not only to be an inspiring mother and encouraging wife, but to also communicate God’s Word with warmth and laughter, inspiring other ladies to pursue a more intimate relationship with Him. Her passion is to see herself, her family and others embrace the joys of walking with Christ in everyday experiences. Victoria has been a teacher specializing in reading and kids with disabilities for 10 years before being full time in ministry with her husband, Rusty.

Courtney

Huffman

Preschool Assistant Director

I am Courtney Huffman and honored to be starting my 9th year here at Kids Connection Preschool. I graduated from Plainfield High School in 1999 and then attended Joliet Junior College to study Early Childhood Education. I have been working in the ECE field for over 20 years. I have held various roles in my career such as a teacher’s assistant, lead teacher, one-on-one aide, as well as a Preschool Director.

I have been married for just over 21 years to my husband Damon. We are blessed with 3 children, Connor (20), Skylar (18), and Liam (14). I love watching our kids compete in their sports, hanging out with friends and family, and snuggling up with a good book and a cup of coffee!

Erika

Giglio

Staff

My name is Erika Giglio. This will be my 7th year at Kids Connection. The time I spent in college was focused on early childhood education.

I’ve been married to my husband, Mike for almost 13 years. We live in Plainfield with our two kids, Jayden (14) and Aleena (10).

I love spending time outside with my kids, playing board/card games, reading, crafting, and bible journaling. God has gifted me with the passion of teaching and I love every year watching the students learn and grow.

Ada

Lopez

Staff

My name is Ada Lopez and this will be my first year as an assistant in Kids Connection! I graduated from Morton West High School in 2008. I’m currently serving at Victory City in Nursery, but have been in Kids ministry since I was 14 in previous churches. 
I’ve been married to my husband Sal for almost 15 years and we live in Plainfield with our 6 wonderful children, Alex (15) , Xavi (13), Eli (11), Venelope (9), Emma (7), and Noah (5). 

Sandra

May

Staff

My name is Sandra May and I am entering my 8th year at Kids Connection. I attended college at Mt. St. Joseph University and I have been working with children my entire life.

My husband, Daniel, and I have been married for nearly 26 years. We currently live in Shorewood with our two children, Matthew and Sarah. I enjoy vacationing with my family, attending church, and spending time with friends.

Beth

Harkness

Staff

My name is Beth Harkness and this is my 2nd year with Kids Connection as an assistant. I have been a sub in the different classrooms for several years. I graduated from Andrew High School in 2002. I then went and worked for the Walt Disney World company for a 7 month internship. After my internship, I obtained my A.A.S in childcare from Morraine Valley Community College. While going to school and after graduation, I worked in various positions in the childcare setting. I have worked with infants and children though the age of 5.

I have been married to my Disney sweetheart, Dan, for 17 years. We live in Joliet with our 4 girls, Natalia (14), Leona (12), Susie (10), and Daniela (4). Our 3 oldest children attended Kids Connection, and I am so excited that Daniela will also be attending.

I love spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy card games and crafting with my Cricut.

Skylar

Schweinberg

Staff

I'm excited to join the KC team this year! I've been involved in children's ministry for over eight years. Additionally, I bring three years of experience working with children from infants to prek, both as an assistant and lead teacher. I graduated a year early from a Pennsylvania Charter High School in 2021 and took a gap year to seek God's direction for my life. In 2022, God led me to attend college in Pennsylvania where I earned a T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship to study ECE. I am passionate about teaching and dedicating my whole self-body, mind, soul, and spirit- to nurturing God's wonderful children. Outside of teaching, I enjoy singing, baking, cooking, antiquing, spending time outdoors, and being with my family. As one of six children, family is very important to me. 

Janice Schutter

Staff

I am so excited to be a part of the Kids Connection Team! I was born and raised in Joliet and graduated from Joliet West High School. Along with my husband, I have served in the PREK ministry for the past 24 years at Victory City Church. My husband Ken and I have been married 35 years. We have 3 children, Ken Jr. (35), Brittany (27), and Sarah (21). We are blessed to have added two bonus children to our family, our son in-law, Nick, and our daughter in-law, Cate. We are excited to become first time grandparents this coming December! As a close family we enjoy spending a lot of time together, especially during the summertime in our pool.