Positive Leadership
Amazing Staff
Our staff are trained to provide a safe place for your children and pride ourselves on a family-oriented environment. All staff are CPR/First Aid certified, mandatory reporters for child abuse, trained in Universal Precautions, take Childcare Essentials training, and have six hours of continued learning every year. They also must pass a background check.
Marion Director- Sara Jones
I have been a director at Apple Kids for over ten years and have been at each of our three locations throughout my adventures here. I am passionate about providing a loving place for young children to grow and learn new things and also establishing a supportive relationship with their families. Providing an active and fun environment is an important part of our days at Apple Kids
Cedar Rapids Director- Alyssa Colvin
Hi! My name is Alyssa Colvin. I am a proud mother of three amazing girls. I have worked at Apple Kids for 10 years and became the director of our Cedar Rapids location in 2026! I have always been very passionate about working with children and the youth to be a safe, caring, and loving person for them all. I work hard every day to ensure the safety and emotional well-being of every child, family, and staff member.
Owner- Kendran Sizemore
My name is Kendran and I am the owner of Apple Kids. My husband is Jeff and we have 5 children, ranging in ages 10-25. Owning two center and attending all their activities makes us a very busy family! I graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in Child and Family Services in 2000. I started as the Director of Apple Kids in 2001 and I became owner in 2009. I always wanted a place for parents to drop off their kids and know they are safe and loved while working, and this is what we aim to do at Apple Kids.