Leadership
Team

Heather Blake
Executive Director
Heather has been with Ridge Kids Academy, Inc. (RKA) since 2001. She began as a teacher her first three years with RKA, then was promoted to Assistant Director. In 2008, she took over as Director. Heather has a degree in the Psychology of Early Education and Early Education Administration. Heather is the heart of this establishment; she pours her heart and soul into the kids and the staff.

LauraBeth Meade
Executive Administrator
LauraBeth has been with Ridge Kids Academy, Inc. (RKA) since 2009. She has worn many hats throughout her time here – Afterschool Lead Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Assistant Director, Preschool Director and now our Executive Administrator. She has a degree in Early Childhood Education and American Sign Language (ASL). Her passion for RKA is undeniable and we are blessed to have her with us.

Erica Harmon
School Age Director
Erica has been with Ridge Kids Academy, Inc. (RKA) since 2011. She has had many roles with us through the years. These last couple of years, Erica led our School Age Department through the ups and downs of the Pandemic. She has a great talent, and we are excited to have her as our School Age Director.