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Annika Jensen
​Director

We live and breathe STAR Camp at our house! It is my absolute joy to direct these programs year-round, with the full support and enthusiasm of my husband and four young children. My educational background is in engineering, which I love. My career has taken me more on a path through education and mentorship, which it turns out I also really love. I am so blessed to be able to live and share my passion for STEM education every day!

Emily Rimmasch
Assistant Director: Logistics

I am Emily! I am a DaVinci Academy graduate and graduated from Weber State University in 2021 with a Bachelor's in Elementary Education. I had the honor to work at Newbridge Elementary this year as their first-ever preschool teacher. I had the fun challenge of helping to set up the preschool program. I'm excited to take on the challenge of helping STAR Camp run smoothly this summer, especially because it means I get to help children grow their passion for STEM. 

Harrison Fackrell
Assistant Director: Simulations

I'm Harrison, the new Assistant Director of Simulations this year. I'm returning to STAR Camp as a six-time alumnus, and my family has been involved in the program for many years. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Utah, and I am also the in-house developer for STAR Camp's mission simulation software—I've always loved computer engineering, and I hope to pass that on to the campers this summer.

Ashlyn Fackrell
Staff Assistant

Hi! My name is Ashlyn Fackrell and I am 18 years old! I have been a camper with this program for many years and involved with it as long as I can remember! I recently graduated from Layton High school and this will be my third year on staff for this wonderful program! I love science and STEM so much, especially helping others to see their potentials in those areas. Outside of STAR Camp, I work at a karate Dojo, working with kids every day! I am a second degree BlackBelt and have enjoyed martial arts for close to 12 years now. I also love nature, spending time with friends, sewing, and really being involved with people. I am heavily involved with band programs around Northern Utah and love to play French Horn! I am so excited for this new year and this new camp program! 

Kendra Connerly
Team Leader

Hi! I’m Kendra Connerly and I’m 17 years old. I’ve always loved STAR camp, and have attended 5 camps. I loved every single minute of them. This is my second year as staff, and I am so excited about working with everyone! I currently go to Northridge Highschool, and I hope to go to the Air Force Academy after I graduate. I have about 12 careers I want to go into, including aerospace engineering, astrophysics, and astronomy. I’m looking forward to interacting with all the parents, campers, and fellow staff members to create an amazing summer at STAR camp!

​Dallas Walker
Team Leader

Howdy, I'm Dallas Walker. I love chocolate, music, reading, music, speech and debate, science, programming, and progress. I am 17 years old and will be a senior at Westlake high school this fall. After I graduate, I plan on serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. When I return to attend college, I plan on majoring in computer science or engineering because both are subjects which I am passionate about. Throughout my life, I have lived in 4 different states, including: Idaho, Texas, Georgia, and Utah. This summer will be my first year as a staff member at STAR camp. I loved attending what was previously known as Astro camp, and look forward to having an amazing summer with y'all!!!

Henry Greene
Team Leader

My name is Henry Greene and this is my first year on staff at STAR Camp! I've been going to STAR Camp ever since I was nine years old, and I attended 13 camps as a camper. I've always loved anything science/space-related and I knew that coming here would enhance my overall love for science and STEM-related projects! I'm currently 16 years old and I'm about to go into my senior year at Farmington High School! After high school, I'm really hoping to pursue a career in psychology and really put myself in a position that can help others. I can't wait to meet you all this summer, and I hope to see all of you guys at camp this year!!

Mike Cook
Team Leader

 I leI am Michael Cook and this is my first time being on the Star Camp Staff. I have done these camps for years. I love all things space, science and engineering. I have plans to pursue a career in Aerospace Engineering through Utah State University and becoming an astronaut. STEM is my passion and I want to help others that have interest in STEM to pursue it! I will be serving a two-year mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Johannesburg, South Africa, starting the week after camper ends. 

Hyrum Humiston​Team Leader

I grew up in Southern California and am currently attending high school in Carmel, Indiana. I wrestle and play rugby as well as play many musical instruments. I have a diverse array of hobbies including fish keeping, scouting, jewelry making, and unicycling. Fish have always piqued my interest, which has led me to keep a large aquarium of freshwater fish. I also enjoy traveling and cooking. After I graduate high school, I plan to go to college and study business.

Aden Massey
Team Leader

My name is Aden Massey and this is my first year on the STAR Camp staff! I love engineering and am currently looking into becoming an aerospace engineer! I have attended many engineering programs and activities and find space very interesting. I enjoy playing and writing music for the piano and have been teaching for two years. I absolutely love working with kids! I enjoy music, origami, jewelry, welding, reading, and hiking! I can't wait to start STAR Camp this summer!

Night Staff

Hi my name is Kenzie Carter! I've been going to Astro/STAR Camp since I was 11 years old and this is my 4th year as Staff and 9th year at camp. I love musical theatre and being in nature. I'm so excited to be a part of the team this year and look forward to meeting all the amazing campers.