After School Program

Erin Lizardo

ASP Director
Erin Lizardo

ASP Director

Twenty years ago, I arrived in Chico to study art at Chico State. I received my BA in art studio and art history with an emphasis on ceramics and sculpture.  After working in design and marketing for five years, I realized that I wanted my work to be more meaningful and make positive contributions to this community, so I made a career switch to education. Prior to receiving my credential in art, I worked as an Outreach Coordinator at Blue Oak Charter School and a Library Tech at Bidwell Junior High School. I taught visual art, ceramics, graphic design, yearbook, and theatre at Durham High School; and visual art, computer science, and independent study at William Finch Charter School in Orland. I joined the CCDS community as a parent in 2021 and worked as a substitute teacher during the 22-23 school year. During that time, I completed my master's in curriculum and instruction and multiple subject credential requirements. I am so excited to develop a dynamic (and fun!) after school program that meets student needs and provides engaging extended learning opportunities.

Off-campus, I'm actively involved in the arts and music community and collaborative community projects. Community building and continual learning bring me so much joy! At home, I'm an avid gardener, ceramicist, mom of two amazing kiddos, and bandmate/wife.

Ashley Gaston

ASP Assistant Coordinator
Ashley Gaston

ASP Assistant Coordinator

Hello CCDS Families! I was born and raised in Fair Oaks, California, and moved to Chico in 2017 and later received my bachelor's degree in Child Development from Chico State in 2021.

My journey at Chico Country Day began as an ASP aide in 2019, and then a few years later, in 2021, I was promoted to ASP Assistant Coordinator.

In my free time, I enjoy reading, doing puzzles, and singing at the top of my lungs. A few of my favorite things are my fifteen-year-old cat, the color pink, and frogs. A fun fact about me is that I was born on Christmas Eve.