Danielle Smith

Program Director

Danielle graduated from Bandon High School and her two daughters attend the Bandon school system. She is excited to start this new adventure and create long lasting fun memories for the kids in the community.

Ciana Heys

Program Assistant

Hi, I'm Ciana Heys. I graduated from Bandon High School in 2022 and currently a student at George Fox University studying Psychology. This will be my third summer at the Bandon Community Youth Center! I am excited to see all the kids!

Brinkley  Kirchgesler

Youth Counselor

My name is Brinkley Kirchgesler, I am 14 years old and I attend Harbor Lights Middle School. I am excited to be a freshman next year. I really love working at the youth center, and all the kids that attend. 

Cayleigh Holman

Youth Counselor

Hi! I'm Cayleigh Holman, an incoming Senior at Bandon High School. I'm the BHS Cheer Captain, Golf Captain, ASB Secretary/Treasurer, & a member of this year's Cranberry Court!! I love volunteering and working with kids! As a part of those programs above, I hope to inspire future generations to help others and get involved!  

Mariah Mayfield

Youth Counselor

Hi! I'm Mariah Mayfield and I have lived in Coquille my whole life. I am an upcoming junior at Coquille High School. This is my first summer working at the BCYC and I am excited to meet all of the campers!

Lili Echavarria

Youth Counselor

Hi! My name is Lili and I am 16 years old I go to Coquille High School. I was born and raised here in Coos County along with my older sister and brother. I play volleyball year around on my high school & traveling club team. I have two young nephews that I love to spend time with and am excited to start my first year at the youth center with all the great kids that come in! 

Maycee Miller

Youth Counselor

Hi! My name is Maycee, I am 19 years old born and raised here in Bandon. I graduated Bandon high school in 2023 and from then on started working at the Bandon Community Youth Center in October of 2023. When I’m not working I enjoy traveling and being at the river with my family. Working at the youth center has taught me a lot lessons and values. Being able to be with all those kids is such a privilege. 

Summer Hansen

Youth Counselor

My name is Summer, I've been working at the BCYC for three summers. Working at BCYC helped me figure out what I want to do with my life, which is to positively influence adolescents. I'm taking classes at SWOCC working towards a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. If I'm working I can promise you your child will have an awesome summer to remember! 

Karina Gonzalez

Youth Counselor

I’m Karina and I am excited to be working at the youth center! I’m 16 and going to be a junior at Coquille High School. This is my first year working here but I have had a lot of experiences with kids and can’t wait! 

Sydni Napier

Youth Counselor

I’m going to be a senior at Bandon High School this year and I love volunteering to coach youth softball. This will be my first summer working at Bandon Community Youth Center and I’m very excited for this opportunity. 

Makenna Vierck

Youth Counselor


My name is Makenna and I am going to be a senior at Bandon High School this year! I love to play basketball and am very excited to be working at the Bandon Youth Center this summer! 

Mariah Rodgers

Youth Counselor

Hi! My name is Mariah and I am an upcoming junior at Bandon High School. I play basketball and the trumpet in my school's Jazz Band and Concert Band. This is y first summer working at BCYC and I can't wait for what it will hold.

Tyler Eickhoff

Youth Counselor

My name is Tyler Eickhoff. I go to Bandon High School and am a part of its Speech Team which I love a lot. So I can give back for all the support Bandon gives, I have been in many productions/plays at the Sprague Theatre which I always enjoy doing. I am excited to be able to take care of the kids again this year for the BCYC!