Meet the Jam Staff!

Site Coordinator: Kristy Messner

Kristy.Messner@K12.SD.US

Mrs. Messner - Site Coordinator since 2005.

Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration

Mankato State University, Mankato, MN.

"This is the best job I have ever had. I enjoy working with kids and staff. It is wonderful to see the students progress, and learn, and use their imagination." - Kristy Messner

Mrs. Hunt - Jam Teacher

Mrs. Hunt has been an educator at the Belle Fourche Middle School for 18 years, and has been working with students at Jam for more than 15 years! She works with the students who come to homework help, and makes learning in her classroom a fun and positive experience.

"I think Jam has become an essential party of school, and it would be devastating if it went away. Our students would be losing a great opportunity."- Danielle Hunt

Ms. Brinson - Jam Teacher

Mrs. Brinson has been working at the Belle Fourche Middle School as the 7th Grade Special Education teacher for six years, and helping with homework help and Jam Activities for the last four years. She is always caring and helpful for those students who need the extra time and help at Jam.

"We help keep the lights on so students can have fun, and stay safe after-school."- Erin Brinson

Agnes Schallenkamp - Jam Assistant

This is Agnes' second year assisting with the After-school Jam Program. She is currently a Sophomore at Black Hills State University, where she studies K-12 Special Education. She enjoys working with the kids and helping them become better students through fun after school activities! "I love coming to work everyday knowing I can make a difference in someone's day!" -Agnes Schallenkamp

Fallon Budmeyer - Jam Assistant

Fallon is new this year working afterschool Jam. She is currently attending Black Hills State University. Fallon is working towards her elementary degree. She is also very involved with Special Olympics. She coaches basketball, swimming, and track.