Liz Covert
TRRFCC Horsemanship Co-Founder, Executive Director
Liz is the proud mother of four grown boys and way too many animals. She combined her two passions - animals and advocating for children, by creating TRRFCC Horsemanship with Jodi in 2009.
Liz serves as our Executive Director. She coordinates volunteers and oversees day-to-day operations of all TRRFCC Horsemanship programs.
Liz’s enthusiasm and dedicated volunteerism reinforces TRRFCC Horsemanship’s vision and mission. She helped the program become a Character Counts model for other schools both locally and nationally. She is a certified Level 4 riding instructor with Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA), a certified Level 1 Equine Experiential Education (E3A) Practitioner. and this year became a certified Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship.
Jodi Scott-McGhee
TRRFCC Horsemanship Co-Founder, Chairman Of The Board
Jodi is the owner of Jodi Scott’s School of Horsemanship and Papago North Stables. Jodi serves as Chairman on the Board of Directors for TRRFCC Horsemanship. She is a lifetime horsewoman who was raised in both Wyoming and Arizona on her family’s riding and ranch operations respectively. She has an Equine Management degree from Central Wyoming College and has a full weekly schedule of riding lessons and horses in training. She is not only a trainer/instructor but also oversees Papago North Stables, which is home to nearly 60 stock animals including horses, cattle, and mules. Jodi is a certified Level 1 Equine Experiential Education (E3A) Practitioner.
Jodi is the consummate people person, an ambassador of goodwill to clients, to boarders, and to business partners. Her lifetime of experience in the horse – and people – business is one of our most valuable assets and we are proud to have her expertise give our program the credibility it deserves.
Rachel Brashears
Rachel Brashears is a lifelong equestrian who began riding at age 4. With a background in teaching, she transitioned from the classroom to running a nonprofit dedicated to educating and caring for donkeys and other long-eared companions.
Rachel's unwavering love for horses and commitment to their welfare shine through in all her endeavors.
TRRFCC Horsemanship Facilitator and Equine Specialist
Cynthia Saldavar
TRRFCC Horsemanship Facilitator
As a mother of a 15-year-old autistic son currently attending CSHS, and a first-grader at HSTES, I bring a unique perspective to the horsemanship program. My background encompasses over 18 years of leadership experience, specifically in training and developing retail store managers. My passion is to motivate, guide, and mentor young people.
My involvement began through volunteering, and I quickly fell in love with the program's emphasis on instilling kindness and responsibility in students. I deeply admire the values it cultivates, and I’m passionate about fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive. The horsemanship program provides a setting for developing these vital leadership skills, and I am excited to contribute my skills and passion to its continued success.
Codi McCalla
TRRFCC Horsemanship Facilitator
Hi, I'm Codi. I grew up in Cave Creek, spending my days on horseback, competing in gymkhanas, and watching my dad at the roping arena. Horses have always been a big part of my life, and that connection continues today. I'm the proud mom of a 24-year-old daughter who is a firefighter, and a son who goes to school right here at Horseshoe Trails Elementary.
I love working with the Stallion Strides program and believe in its values and goals with all my heart. Being part of something that makes a positive impact on our students and community means the world to me.
Kristi Frederiksen
TRRFCC Horsemanship Facilitator and Lead Educator
Cheryl Brown
TRRFCC Horsemanship Facilitator
Cheryl Brown is a life-long animal lover. As a child, she found that her animal friends were always good listeners when she needed to talk about life’s problems. She had friends who owned horses while growing up and always enjoyed being around them. Moving into adulthood she earned a Masters in Special Education and taught in the public school system. She spent her career working with and advocating for students as they found their strengths and their voices. A friendship with a fellow educator reawakened her love of being around horses. Wanting to learn more, she found Jodi Scott’s School of Horsemanship through a brochure that advertised lessons for people from 5 to 50+. Since she was in the 50+ age group she knew she’d found the right place to learn and reconnect with horses. As a result of Jodi’s patience and knowledge, she has gained horsemanship skills and become a horse owner. Being a part of the TRRFCC Horsemanship program allows Cheryl to continue her love of working with children, helping them develop confidence as they learn to interact with and develop relationships with horses…and to learn that horses are good listeners.