Meet Tishonda Rackley

Tishonda Rackley, Director of QCC Ft. Smith - S. Savannah St. 

I have 13 years of Early Childhood experience and I am an active member of the River Valley Early Childhood Association. I have been the director of this QCC Fort Smith location for five years and I have two beautiful girls of my own. I stay up-to-date on critical issues for children and families in Arkansas by following local legislative activities. I believe that in order to build a strong foundation for any child’s future success, educators must provide hands on learning experiences as well as develop positive relationships with parents and caregivers. I have an upbeat “cheerleader” attitude that makes QCC a fun place to learn!

Ms. Rackley can be reached at
479.646.3479 or by email at
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Meet Ashley Gipson

Ashley Gipson, Director of QCC Ft. Smith - Gate Nine Ctf

I was born and raised in “Bulldog” country and played sports for Greenwood Schools. I have two active boys and I am also a foster parent for the state of Arkansas. I love living and working in our close-knit community. After noticing the need for quality child care in our area, I opened Happy Steps in 2011. We joined with Quality Child Care in 2016 so we could build a bigger network and provide more opportunities for our employees, children, and families. I love working with children of all ages. This passion drives me every day to provide quality learning experiences that will lay a foundation that will prepare them for a successful and happy life.

Ms. Gipson can be reached at
479.252.6543 or by email at
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