Podcasts about early care

Today, Tuesday, May 20, is Early Care and Education Day at the Capitol, and among those organizations in Baton Rouge today fighting for the importance of funding for this need is the United Way of Southeast Louisiana, which just released some sobering new data on single mothers in the region. UWSELA President and CEO Michael Williamson joins us again on the podcast to share the latest findings, as well as what his organization is doing to fight for the nearly one-third of working Southeast Louisiana households that can't afford basic necessities.

In this heartfelt episode of Our Forever Smiles, host Laura Arroyo sits down with fellow cleft mama Brittnie Hampson @britthampson to share their deeply personal experiences of discovering their daughters' cleft palates at birth—both born at UNC. They reflect on the shock of an unexpected diagnosis, the overwhelming emotions that followed, and the immediate challenges they faced—especially with feeding. Laura and Brittnie open up about the lack of nurse education they encountered in the hospital and how unprepared many staff were to support a cleft palate diagnosis. Together, they talk about what it means to advocate for your child when you feel lost, and how connection and shared stories can bring clarity, comfort, and strength. Links and Resources: Patreon Subscription Tiers for Exclusive Content Our Forever Smiles Merch Store NC Cleft Mom FB Group Our Forever Smiles FB Group _________________________________________________________________________ Today's sponsor is sienna dawn media Integrated Marketing Agency  sienna dawn media is more than just a marketing agency—they are your partners in progress. Their mission is simple — to alleviate marketing bandwidth, allowing creative business owners to focus on what they set out to do: create. sienna dawn media empowers creatives to thrive without the burden of managing their own social media and marketing campaigns. So, if you're ready to set sail toward new horizons, let sienna dawn media chart the course and steer your business toward success. Visit siennadawnmedia.com.

Theresa Arriola, Director of the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services, tells us how she takes care of public health workers; Dr. Emia Oppenheim, Public Health Consultant for the Association of State Public Health Nutritionists, explains the importance of a Farm to ECE program; and an upcoming ASTHO webinar dives into how you can create a successful academic health department partnership. Association of State Public Health Nutritionists Web Page: Farm to Early Care and Education (ECE) programs ASTHO Webinar: Exploring Successful Academic Health Department Partnerships ASTHO Web Page: Subscribe  

In this important episode, Jon Pollock, chief product officer at Procare Solutions, and Kathlyn McHenry, director of state policy and government relations at the Early Care & Education Consortium, share their expert insights on the latest business trends and legislative updates. Many of their insights draw on the findings of the 2025 Procare Child Care Business Trends Report. Jon and Kathlyn discuss important trends in ECE in areas including enrollment, staffing, software and what's happening with government policy, both federally and at local levels!For example, Kathlyn explains the trend of states picking up ideas for helping care centers from each other, creating a domino effect. And the idea of property tax exemptions is another idea being looked at.Want to know more about the report's findings? Get your free copy here!

Send us a textFor the fourth consecutive year, DECAL and the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning are recognizing three individuals as Georgia's Early Childhood Educators of the Year for 2024-2025. Joining us to talk about serving as Georgia's Early Childhood Educators of the Year is Zina Hadjaz from The Quadrilingual Academy in Smyrna, Infant Teacher of the Year (0-15 months), Laura Silva from My Little Geniuses in Marietta, Toddler Teacher of the Year (15-36 months), and Samantha Mullins from Our House at Central in Atlanta, Preschool Teacher of the Year (36-48 months).  Also joining us is Miranda Murphy, Outreach Project Manager for Practice and Support Services, and Laura Wagner, Executive Director for the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning. Support the show

Send us a textThe Georgia Foundation for Early Care + Learning, in partnership with the Georgia Foundation for Public Education, is excited to announce the second round of funding for the Early Literacy Alignment Mini Grants. These grants aim to support local school systems and child care programs in their efforts to enhance early literacy outcomes by providing targeted professional development for educators on the science of reading. Joining us today are Laura Wagner, Executive Director of the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning, and Jaclyn Colona, Director of Grant Strategies at the Georgia Foundation for Public Education. Support the show

Send us a textThe Board of Early Care and Learning is DECAL's 14-member advisory board that meets quarterly to help support the agency's mission and vision throughout the year. Governor Brian Kemp appoints members to the board based on the congressional districts where they live. Joining us to talk about their new roles on the Board of Early Care and Learning is Maria Franklin from Adairsville, a board-certified behavior analyst at North Georgia Autism Center who serves the 11th Congressional District; Joyce Ann Freeman from Bowden is the early childhood care and education program chair and a full-time early education instructor at West Georgia Technical College serving the 3rd Congressional District; Dr. Sylvia Washington from Rome is a pediatrician with a background in clinical practice, academia, and community service, serving the 14th Congressional District; and Karen Jones is from Warner Robins serving the 8th Congressional District. She has been an educator for 27 years and is currently employed with the Houston County School District as a program specialist. Support the show

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for December 5th  Publish Date:  December 5th      Commercial:   From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.      Today is Thursday, December 5th and Happy Birthday to the late Walt Disney  ***12.05.24 - BIRTHDAY – WALT DISNEY***  I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.   Cobb Foundation Raises $800k for Nonprofits in 2024 Match Pool  Smyrna Teacher Named Educator of the Year  Defense Rests in Cobb Fatal DUI Trial    Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on fast food.    All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!     BREAK: CU of GA (06.26.24 CU OF GA FREE CHECKING_REV_FINAL)  STORY 1:  Cobb Foundation Raises $800k for Nonprofits in 2024 Match Pool  The Cobb Community Foundation's 2024 Match Magic Giveathon raised over $800,000 for 25 Cobb County nonprofits, surpassing last year's earnings by a huge margin. The funds include $700,000 donated to specific nonprofits and $108,000 for the match pool, which will proportionally match the nonprofits' earnings up to 10%. Significant contributors, including Walton Communities and several businesses, helped expand the match pool goal from $50,000 to over $100,000. Media outreach, such as a gift guide published by the Marietta Daily Journal, played a vital role in driving donations. The participating nonprofits covered diverse areas like arts, education, health, housing, and public safety. The foundation plans to announce the results and match pool distribution soon.  STORY 2:  Smyrna Teacher Named Educator of the Year  The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning honored Zina Hadjaz, a French teacher at The Quadrilingual Academy in Smyrna, as Educator of the Year. Surprised with the award by colleagues and department representatives, Hadjaz received a $3,000 personal check, $2,000 for a classroom makeover, and $2,500 for the academy to cover costs for her training and travel as she represents Georgia at educational events over the next year. Teaching children aged 1 to 16 months, Hadjaz plays a key role at the academy, which provides multilingual instruction in Spanish, French, Chinese, and English for kids aged 1 to 9. Selected through nominations, classroom observations, and interviews, the award highlights her dedication and her positive impact on students, families, and the community. The recognition also reflects The Quadrilingual Academy's high standards and commitment to educational excellence.    STORY 3:   Defense Rests in Cobb Fatal DUI Trial   Jerome Cox's trial for DUI and vehicular homicide is nearing its conclusion, with the defense resting their case. Cox, 69, faces charges for fatally hitting 17-year-old Olivia Pugh while allegedly intoxicated. The defense disputes his alleged intoxication and introduced expert testimony from retired officer Dwayne Canupp, who argued Cox could not have stopped in time to avoid hitting Pugh, calling it a "dart-out case." Prosecutors maintain Cox's alcohol consumption is central to the case, while the defense claimed unsafe intersection conditions contributed to the crash. Judge Kimberly Childs denied the defense's request to dismiss the DUI and vehicular homicide charges. Closing arguments are scheduled for today.    We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.      We'll be right back   Break: DRAKE (Drake Realty (Cobb County)  STORY 4:  Cupid Complaint Delayed by Absent Ethics Board Members  The Cobb County Ethics Board failed to secure a quorum for a hearing on a complaint against Cobb Chair Lisa Cupid, prompting angry reactions from critics in the audience. The complaint, filed by Cobb Taxpayer's Association president Lance Lamberton, accuses the county of using taxpayer funds to advocate for a transit tax under the guise of educational outreach. Due to emergencies among four board members, the meeting was adjourned, leaving the audience shouting accusations of intentional delay. Board Chair Carlos Rodriguez assured attendees the hearing would be rescheduled, aiming for early January. Present were three of the seven board members, while four were absent, citing personal emergencies.  STORY 5:  UPDATE: CSX Changes Railroad Closure Crossing Times  CSX Transportation will close the East Dixie Avenue Southeast railroad crossing Thursday for safety maintenance, with other planned closures in Marietta rescheduled. Originally, six crossings were set for maintenance, but work on those has been postponed. CSX will still work on the Marble Mill Road crossing on Friday. The city's Ugly Holiday Sweater Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting will proceed Thursday evening, but concerns about traffic persist. Public Works Director Mark Rice called CSX uncooperative, urging drivers to use alternate routes and plan ahead. 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Send us a textLast month more than 800 DECAL employees gathered at the Cobb Galleria Center for our All Staff Meeting. This event officially celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, as well as the 10th anniversary of our longest serving Commissioner, Amy Jacobs. That seemed like a great time for another Chat with the Commissioner. Support the show

Families across L.A. are struggling with the rising cost of childcare and how to access support programs. Meanwhile, childcare providers are grappling with their own challenges, including low wages and staff shortages. In this bonus episode, host Gloria Riviera talks about how leaders in L.A. can invest in a more unified, affordable, and culturally affirming system of childcare. She is joined by Debra Colman, the Director of the L.A. County Office for the Advancement of Early Care and Education, and Vickie Ramos Harris, the Vice President of Policy and Programs at Catalyst California. This episode is presented by the Stein Early Childhood Development Fund at the California Community Foundation and the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation.  Special thanks to our partners who have made this season possible!  This series is produced with Neighborhood Villages. Neighborhood Villages is a Massachusetts-based systems change non-profit. It envisions a transformed, equitable early childhood education system that lifts up educators and sets every child and family up to thrive. In pursuit of this vision, Neighborhood Villages designs, evaluates, and scales innovative solutions to the biggest challenges faced by early childhood education providers and the children and families who rely on them, and drives policy reform through advocacy, education, and research. Visit www.neighborhoodvillages.org to learn more.  This season was made possible with generous support from Imaginable Futures, a global philanthropic investment firm working with partners to build more healthy and equitable systems, so that everyone has the opportunity to learn and realize the future they imagine. Learn more at www.imaginablefutures.com. This series is presented by The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation. This series is presented by the Bainum Family Foundation. Through their WeVision EarlyEd initiative, they are elevating the voices of families and early childhood professionals, their “proximity experts,” to generate equitable and practical solutions to make the ideal vision of child care in America real. You can learn more at wevisionearlyed.org.  This season is presented by The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, an organization working to improve the lives of individuals living in poverty and experiencing disadvantage throughout the world. Learn more at hiltonfoundation.org.  Follow No One is Coming to Save Us wherever you get your podcasts, or listen ad-free on Amazon Music with your Prime Membership. You can also get premium content and behind the scenes material by subscribing to Lemonada Premium on Apple Podcasts.  Laugh, cry, be outraged, and hear solutions! Join our community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nooneiscomingtosaveus.  Stay up to date with us on X, Facebook and Instagram at @LemonadaMedia. Want to become a Lemonada superfan? Join us at joinsubtext.com/lemonadasuperfan.   Click this link for a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and all other Lemonada series: lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. To follow along with a transcript, go to lemonadamedia.com/show/ shortly after the air date.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Brainy Moms podcast, Dr. Amy and Sandy welcome TWO experts to discuss the benefits of getting your kids outside into nature. Researcher and pediatrician, Dr. Pooja Tandon, and pediatrician and leader of Project Nature, Dr. Danette Glassy, join us to talk about ideas from their new book, “Digging Into Nature: Outdoor Adventures for Happier and Healthier Kids.” You'll learn about the benefits to mental, emotional, and physical health including concepts like forest bathing, phytoncides, attention restoration, and microbes. Find out what researchers have discovered about spending time outside beyond just physical exercise and why “green play” is growing in popularity around the world. Don't miss this uplifting and informative episode about the value of spending time among the trees, dirt, sand, and water! ABOUT DR. GLASSY: Danette Swanson Glassy, MD, FAAP, is a primary care pediatrician and child advocate. She is the cofounder and board president of the nonprofit BestStart Washington and leads its Project Nature initiative—a program to support pediatric medical professionals as they encourage children to spend time in nature. She is the coeditor of Caring for Our Children: National Health and Safety Performance Standards; Guidelines for Early Care and Education Programs, 4th Edition. Dr. Glassy lives in the Seattle area and enjoys exploring nature in the Pacific Northwest with her two grandchildren. ABOUT DR. TANDON:  Pooja Sarin Tandon, MD, MPH, FAAP, is a general pediatrician and researcher at the Seattle Children's Research Institute, an associate professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine, and the director of health at the Trust for Public Land. She has published widely on the importance of physical activity, outdoor time, and nature contact for health. She lives in the Seattle area with her husband and two children. ABOUT US: Brainy Moms is a parenting podcast hosted by cognitive psychologist Dr. Amy Moore. Dr. Amy and her rotating co-hosts bring listeners conversations with experts on topics in parenting, child development, education, psychology, mental health, and neuroscience. Listeners leave with tips and helpful advice for helping moms and kids thrive in life, learning, and relationships. This episode is co-hosted by Sandy Zamalis.CONNECT WITH US: Website: www.TheBrainyMoms.com Email: info@TheBrainyMoms.com Social Media: @TheBrainyMoms Dr. Amy's website: www.AmyMoorePhD.comSponsor's website: www.LearningRx.com

Producer/Hosts: Ron Beard and Liz Graves Theme music for Talk of the Towns Theme is a medley from Coronach, on a Balnain House Highland Music recording. Talk of the Towns: Local Community concerns and opportunities This month: – What are the options for early childhood education in eastern Maine? – Is there an overall philosophy or approach to early childhood programs… what are they hoping to accomplish? – How are programs for early childhood education sponsored and delivered? – What are some of the strengths and challenges associated with existing early childhood program? Guest/s: Naomi McIsaac, Director of Early Childhood Programs, Downeast Community Partners Ana Hicks, Policy Director, Human Services, Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future FMI: www.downeastcommunitypartners.org/services/children-and-education/info.php/Early-Care-and-Education-Programs-2/ www.maine.gov/future/childrens-cabinet www.maine.gov/future/sites/maine.gov.future/files/2024-03/GOPIF_CC_Report_2023_FINAL.pdf About the hosts: Ron Beard is producer and host of Talk of the Towns, which first aired on WERU in 1993 as part of his community building work as an Extension professor with University of Maine Cooperative Extension and Sea Grant. He took all the journalism courses he could fit in while an undergraduate student in wildlife management and served as an intern with Maine Public Television nightly newscast in the early 1970s. Ron is an adjunct faculty member at College of the Atlantic, teaching courses on community development. Ron served on the Bar Harbor Town Council for six years and is currently board chair for the Jesup Memorial Library in Bar Harbor, where he has lived since 1975. Look for him on the Allagash River in June, and whenever he can get away, in the highlands of Scotland where he was fortunate to spend two sabbaticals. Liz Graves joined Talk of the Towns as co-producer and co-host in July 2022, having long admired public affairs programming on WERU and dreamed of getting involved in community radio. She works as the Town Clerk for the Town of Bar Harbor, and is a former editor of the Mount Desert Islander weekly newspaper. Liz grew up in California and came to Maine as a schooner sailor. The post Talk of the Towns 9/11/24: Early Childhood Programs and Policy first appeared on WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs Archives.

Join Adam Contos in this insightful episode of Start With a Win, as he delves into the heart of leadership with returning guest, Dennis Maple, President & CEO of Goddard Systems. They discuss the importance of authenticity, self-leadership, and the fine balance between confidence and ego. Dennis shares personal anecdotes and professional wisdom on fostering a culture of transparency, dealing with self-doubt, and ensuring team success in high-performance environments. This conversation is packed with practical advice for leaders at all levels who are striving to inspire and lead their teams effectively.Dennis R. Maple is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Goddard Franchisor LLC, and he is the Chairman and CEO at Goddard Systems, LLC. He provides leadership to the executive committee and guides the vision for The Goddard School franchise system.Dennis served as president of First Student, Inc., North America's largest K-12 school bus transportation services company. He was also president of Aramark Education, which focuses on delivering food, nutrition and facilities services to K-12 school markets. His career includes executive leadership with The Quaker Oats Company, PepsiCo, Inc., Kraft General Foods, Inc. and Coors Brewing Company.Dennis is a longtime participant in organizations supporting primary and secondary schools and communities. He is a member of the International Franchise Association's Board of Directors, Early Care & Education Consortium Board of Directors and Descartes Systems Group Board of Directors, where he is chairman of the nominating committee and part of the compensation committee. Dennis is a graduate of the University of Tennessee.⚡️FREE RESOURCE:

Qaybtan, Bureeqo Dahir, CICC Coach, iyo marti-sharaf gaar ah Marian Hassan ayaa ka wada hadlay doorka baruhu ku leeyahay daryeelka hore iyo goobaha waxbarashada. In this episode, Bureeqo Dahir, CICC Coach, and special guest Marian Hassan discuss the role of the educator in early care and education settings. 

Our Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning recently received the Heart of Community Award from CareSource, a nationally recognized, nonprofit managed care organization serving over 2 million members across five states including Georgia. Joining us to talk about the award from CareSource is Senior Manager for Population Healing Lisa Pennington, and also Senior Specialist Elida Lopez. From DECAL is Allison Setterlind, Georgia Head Start Collaboration Director, and Laura Wagner, Executive Director of the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning.  Support the Show.

Friday, April 19, was a big day for DECAL, the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning, and all of our educators of the year being honored this year.  The Georgia Lottery and the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce hosted a luncheon honoring our three Early Childhood Educators of the Year and our two Georgia's Pre-K Program Teachers of the Year.  Joining us to look back on the luncheon and hear portions of the program is Laura Wagner, Executive Director of the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning; Miranda Murphy is Practice and Support Services Outreach and Project Manager; and Devon Porter is Summer Transition Program and Outreach Manager.  Support the Show.

Join us for an empowering episode of Start with a Win, where leadership wisdom takes center stage. In this riveting podcast, Dennis Maple, the Chairman and CEO of Goddard Systems, LLC, shares invaluable insights on franchising, leadership, and business growth. With a career spanning various industries including education, transportation services, and food management, Dennis exemplifies the essence of successful leadership. Through engaging dialogue, he unveils the transformative power of building a culture centered on authenticity, intentionality, and continuous improvement. Discover firsthand how Dennis navigates the complexities of franchise growth, fosters trust with franchisees, and intertwines the realms of education and community involvement. Don't miss this masterclass in leadership excellence, where every word resonates with the essence of winning together and unlocking the full potential of individuals and organizations alike.Dennis R. Maple is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Goddard Franchisor LLC, and he is the Chairman and CEO at Goddard Systems, LLC. He provides leadership to the executive committee and guides the vision for The Goddard School franchise system.Dennis served as president of First Student, Inc., North America's largest K-12 school bus transportation services company. He was also president of Aramark Education, which focuses on delivering food, nutrition and facilities services to K-12 school markets. His career includes executive leadership with The Quaker Oats Company, PepsiCo, Inc., Kraft General Foods, Inc. and Coors Brewing Company.Dennis is a longtime participant in organizations supporting primary and secondary schools and communities. He is a member of the International Franchise Association's Board of Directors, Early Care & Education Consortium Board of Directors and Descartes Systems Group Board of Directors, where he is chairman of the nominating committee and part of the compensation committee. Dennis is a graduate of the University of Tennessee.00:00 Intro02:25 Running a business, what is it all about?03:30 Factors for success!05:25 Two most important things as/for a leader.09:15 Key strategies for growth!12:05 Key elements to keep communication open.17:20 Lessons for leaders today!20:20 Does this really work to start your day?⚡️FREE RESOURCE:

In December, DECAL and the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning announced our three winners for Georgia's Early Childhood Educators of the Year for the 2023-2024 school year. Joining us today is Laura Wagner, Executive Director for the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning; Miranda Murphy is our Practice and Support Services Outreach and Project Manager.  And our very special guests….the Early Childhood Educators of the Year for 2023-2024, Noel Weimer from Water Oak Family Child Care Learning Home in Roswell is the infant teacher of the year; Bianca Brown from the Greenbriar School in Evans is the Toddler teacher of the year; and Chantelle Hester from Smart Starters Academy Family Child Care Learning Home in Savannah is the Preschool teacher of the year.  Support the show

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Since 2016, DECAL has offered paid internships to students currently enrolled in a Georgia college, university, or law school with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher. We took a break during the pandemic years of 2020 through 2022, but last year the interns returned. Joining us this week to talk about their experiences so far are two of our communications and government relations interns: Mackenzie Weston is a senior at Kennesaw State University, and Trey Freeman is a senior at Clayton State University. Working with the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning is Brianna Thomas, a graduate student from Kennesaw State University. Also joining us is Mark Dock, Senior Manager of Human Resources here at DECAL. Support the show

 CTL Script/ Top Stories of December 9th        Publish Date: December 8th    Henssler :15  From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Saturday, December 9th and Happy 69th Birthday to actor JOHN MALKOVICH. ***12.09.23 - BIRTHDAY - JOHN MALKOVICH*** I'm Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Waleska Man Convicted of Assaulting Girlfriend Canton Man Sentenced to 20 Years of Prison for Child Sexual Abuse Two CCSD Students Win State Academic Quiz Bowl We'll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you're looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  Commercial: CU of GA STORY 1: Waleska Man Convicted of Assaulting Girlfriend Bradley Scott McDaniel, a Waleska man, has been convicted on charges including family violence aggravated assault, false imprisonment, family violence battery, cruelty to children, and simple battery. The Cherokee County District Attorney's Office announced the jury's verdict after a three-day trial. The charges stem from a February assault on McDaniel's girlfriend, during which he allegedly applied pressure to her neck, leaving visible marks. The victim, who escaped to a neighbor, reported incidents of domestic abuse. McDaniel will be sentenced in January. The case was investigated by the Cherokee Sheriff's Office and prosecuted by Deputy Chief Assistant District Attorney Rachel Ashe. STORY 2: Canton Man Sentenced to 20 Years of Prison for Child Sexual Abuse Jonathan Ricky Millwood, a Canton man, has been sentenced to two decades in prison after pleading guilty to charges including two counts of aggravated sexual battery, one count of aggravated child molestation, and one count of child molestation. The Canton Police Department investigated the case, initiated in March 2023 when a girl under 10 reported inappropriate touching by Millwood. The child's disclosure led to forensic interviews, a Sexual Assault Nurse Exam confirming male DNA, and Millwood's guilty plea. He received a 20-year prison sentence without parole, life probation, and lifetime registration as a sex offender. Millwood is prohibited from contacting the victim or her family. STORY 3: Two CCSD Students Win State Academic Quiz Bowl Two students from Cherokee County School District secured first place in statewide academic quiz bowl competitions. Woodstock High School senior Owen Markette topped the social studies quiz bowl, focusing on early American history, while Creekview High School sophomore Thomas Wang secured first place in the spelling quiz bowl. These achievements were part of the Georgia Career and Technical Instruction program's Fall Leadership Conference, where students from across the state participated in various academic and leadership events. Both winners will be recognized by the Cherokee County School Board for their achievements at an upcoming meeting. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.  Back in a moment  Break: DRAKE – ESOG – INGLES 1 STORY 4: Sequoyah High School Teacher Honored with State Award Casandra Hembree, who leads the Work-Based Learning program at Sequoyah High School, has received the Outstanding Achievement in Career Awareness and Exploration Award from the Georgia Department of Education. The award recognizes her excellence in career education, particularly for her role in the WBL program that allows high school students to earn school credit while working in a job related to their Career Pathway studies. Hembree has been serving as the WBL program coordinator at Sequoyah High School for seven years, contributing to the success of students like Emily Brown, who earned the 2023 Georgia WBL Student of the Year Award for the northwest region. STORY 5: Georgia General Assembly Passes Republican-Drawn Congressional Map The Georgia House has given final approval to a new congressional map in response to a federal judge's ruling that the current map violates the Voting Rights Act. The new map, passed along party lines by the Republican-controlled House, creates an additional Black-majority district in the western part of metro Atlanta, complying with the judge's order. Democrats argue that the map eliminates a "coalition" congressional district and accuse Republicans of political gerrymandering to maintain their 9-5 majority in Georgia's congressional delegation. The new maps for the state House and Senate were also adopted earlier in the week. Commercial: CHEROKEE CHAMBER – HELLER LAW STORY 6: Woodstock Woman Named Finalist for Georgia's Early Childhood Educators of the Year Donna Humphries, an early childhood educator from Woodstock, has been named a finalist for the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning's Toddler Teacher of the Year. This recognition is part of the state's Early Childhood Educators of the Year program, honoring outstanding teachers of children aged birth to preschool. Each finalist will receive $500, and winners, to be announced in December, will receive cash prizes for personal use, a classroom makeover, and funding for their school. The winners will serve as ambassadors for the program, highlighting effective classroom practices and making public speaking appearances. STORY 7: Candlelight Vigil to Remember Homeless Veterans Dec. 21 The Cherokee County Homeless Veterans Program is hosting a candlelight vigil on December 21 at Cherokee Veterans Park to remember homeless veterans. The vigil, starting at 5:15 p.m., will include a moment of silence, prayer, and wreath-laying. The event aims to raise awareness about homelessness among veterans, with the program reporting a 32% increase in homeless veterans compared to the previous year. The public is invited to attend the vigil at the homeless veterans statue at Cherokee Veterans Park. The nonprofit emphasizes the growing concern for homeless female and senior veterans, as well as those with small children. We'll have closing comments after this.  COMMERCIAL: Henssler 60  SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for listening to today's Cherokee Tribune Ledger podcast. . If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, the Gwinnett Daily Post, the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties, or the Paulding County News Podcast. Get more on these stories and other great content at tribune ledger news.com. 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Finding affordable child care is a challenge across Wisconsin, even more so in rural areas. There are many places where there are more children than what a child care provider can support. The struggle facing parents, employers, and communities because of the lack of child care and high costs is overwhelming. The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families is on the frontlines supporting providers and families in need. Priya Bhatia is the Administrator for the Division of Early Care and Education at the Department and she shares with me what the greatest challenges are to rural healthcare and how they are trying to make this less of a struggle for families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sept. 30, 2023, a collection of federal subsidies for childcare expired. The loss of this funding has sent state and local governments, along with operators and patrons of childcare businesses, scrambling for answers on how this will affect organizations focused on early childhood development. Today members of Brownstein and the Early Care & Education Consortium teams will discuss the status of programs affected by the subsidies cliff, how it may impact stakeholders and possible solutions for policymakers.

Commissioner Amy M. Jacobs responds to questions about some of the current issues now facing the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning. Support the show

October is National Farm to School and Early Care and Education Month…an innovative way to build children's relationship with food and the local food system through hands-on food education and gardening experiences, interactive and adventurous taste testing, and inclusion of local items into meals and snacks. DECAL and our Nutrition Team fully support the program. It's a great way to increase access to healthy foods, boost physical activity and mental wellbeing, and support local farmers and communities. Joining us to talk about October Farm to School Month is Diana Myers, Nutrition and Physical Activity Supervisor here at DECAL. Support the show

Sometimes, the best-laid plans go wrong at school, or you have trouble establishing accommodations. We're exploring how to strategize solutions when food allergy accommodations aren't what you had envisioned with FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD, who shares her best tips and ideas for finding answers.Resources mentioned in the Podcast:FAACT's Teen Retreat (Sept 15th-17th): last day to register is 9/4/23Distribution of Peanut Allergen in the EnvironmentFAACT's Civil Rights Advocacy Resource CenterFAACT's Section 504 ResourcesSample Parent/Caregiver Referral LetterSample AccommodationsSample Doctor/Allergist LetterFAACT's Food Allergies and School Section'FAACTs for Schools' Staff Education ProgramFAACT's School Personnel Resources504 Best Practices for Parents/CaregiversFrequently Asked Questions for K-12 and Early Care and Education (ECE) SettingsRelated Podcasts:Civil Rights Advocacy PodcastsYou can find the FAACT Roundtable Podcast on Pandora, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Podcast Chaser, Deezer, and Listen Notes.Visit us at www.FoodAllergyAwareness.org.Sponsored by: National Peanut BoardThanks for listening! FAACT invites you to discover more exciting food allergy resources at FoodAllergyAwareness.org!

Daycare and early childhood education sites are more than vibrant places with children laughing and eating snacks. Such places also offer important opportunities to promote equity and justice. On this episode, we talk with Dr. Iheoma Iruka of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Along with three co-authors, she's written a new book called We Are the Change We Seek: Advancing Racial Justice in Early Care and Education. 

We're taking Back-to-School with food allergies to the next level! Learn about the must-do tips and how to effectively have school discussions to establish impactful accommodations. Guiding us is FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD.Resources mentioned in the Podcast:FAACT's Civil Rights Advocacy Resource CenterFAACT's Section 504 ResourcesSample Parent Referral LetterSample AccommodationsSample Doctor/Allergist LetterFAACT's Food Allergies and School Section'FAACTs for Schools' Staff Education ProgramFAACT's School Personnel Resources504 Best Practices for ParentsOperational Guidance for K-12 Schools and Early Care and Education Programs to Support Safe In-Person LearningFrequently Asked Questions for K-12 and Early Care and Education (ECE) SettingsRelated Podcasts:Back-to-School Accommodations: 504 Refresher PodcastCivil Rights Advocacy Podcast List (includes accommodations)You can find the FAACT Roundtable Podcast on Pandora, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Podcast Chaser, Deezer, and Listen Notes.Visit us at www.FoodAllergyAwareness.org.Sponsored by: National Peanut BoardThanks for listening! FAACT invites you to discover more exciting food allergy resources at FoodAllergyAwareness.org!

School's out for summer but still so many things happening here at the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning….we thought it was a good time for a Chat with Commissioner Jacobs, taking a wide variety of questions from our DECAL team as well as the early childhood care and education workforce and the general public on social media. Let's get started! Support the show

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for June 3rd Saturday Publish Date: June 2nd Friday   Commercial: Henssler :15 updated , Bed Music fires   From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast Today is Saturday June the 3rd and happy 37th birthday to former Hawk Al Horford ***Horford*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the top stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia 1. Marietta unveils budget with 3% raises, millage rate cut 2. Delta Community Credit Union awards two students with HBCU Scholarship awards 3. And Candace Torrence named Marietta Teacher of the Year Plus, PPlus, we'll talk with Leah McGrath of Ingles Markets about healthy dinner ideas All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.   Commercial : CUofGA   STORY 1 raises   The city of Marietta has unveiled its proposed budget for fiscal year 2024, which includes 3% raises for city staff and a slight reduction in the millage rate. The total budget is approximately $396 million, a 1% increase over last year. The general fund, used for normal operations like police, fire, and public works, will increase by 7.95% to $73.7 million. The council is expected to adopt the budget on June 14, with a public hearing scheduled for June 6. The recent tax assessment error will be corrected, and homeowners will see a property tax credit from the state on their bills. Property taxes will fund 23.1% of the general fund budget, and the city plans to take $14.7 million from the Marietta Board of Lights and Water. The largest portion of the budget will be spent on public safety, with the police department receiving 29.2% and the fire department receiving 21.8%. The budget is crafted conservatively to account for any potential recession. Get more details at mdjonline.com   Story 2: delta   Delta Community Credit Union, based in Cobb, has granted $5,000 each to two local students to support their education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Isaiah Cox from Stone Mountain, a third-year pharmacy major at Florida A&M University, aims to become a pharmacist. Sydney Redmond from Conyers, a freshman at the North Carolina A&T Honors College, plans to major in health sciences and become a dentist serving underserved communities. In partnership with a local radio station, the Delta Community-V103 HBCU Scholarship Program awarded a total of $20,000 to four winners. Another scholarship period will open in August, with two more students receiving $5,000 each in November.     Story 3: teacher   Candace Torrence, a fifth-grade teacher at Burruss Elementary School, was named Marietta's Teacher of the Year. Torrence, who has been teaching for 13 years, was inspired to become a teacher by her aunt and has a deep passion for educating young children. She was recognized for her dedication and the positive impact she has on her students' lives. Superintendent Grant Rivera praised Torrence for her exceptional teaching methods and the love and compassion she shows her students. Torrence's colleagues and peers highly regard her and she was chosen from a pool of 12 outstanding teachers to represent the entire school district.   We'll be right back   Break: ESOG– Dayco - Elon   STORY 4: Kennesaw brewery closes taproom   Burnt Hickory Brewing, a well-known craft beer brewery in Kennesaw, closed its doors due to a lack of foot traffic and other reasons. The company announced the indefinite closure of its taproom and paused all operations. Founder Scott Hedeen expressed gratitude to the local community for their support, especially during the pandemic. He mentioned that the craft beer industry has changed significantly since the brewery's opening in 2012, with challenges in attracting younger generations and a decline in wholesale beer. Hedeen emphasized the need for a better location and stated that they are actively searching for a new one. No specific timeline was provided, but updates will be shared on social media.       STORY 5: food   Happy Helpings, Georgia's Summer Food Service Program, will be offering free meals to children at three Cobb County public libraries during weekdays in June and July. The program, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and administered by the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, is a collaboration between Cobb County Public Library and Georgia Educational Resources Inc. Unlike last year's drive-through service, this year's program will provide sit-down breakfast and lunch meals. The meals will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. The program aims to provide meals to children aged 18 and younger, as well as adults enrolled in school programs for persons with disabilities. Parents and caregivers are required to accompany the children during the meals. Last year, the program served 26,950 meals to 1,925 children through drive-through service. More information can be found at www.happyhelpingsga.com or www.cobbcat.org.   Story 6: battlefield   Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park is hosting several outdoor programs this month. These programs include museum tours, a guided mountain top hike, artillery demonstrations, a life of a soldier reenactment, a discussion on the importance of Civil War earthworks, a guided assault trail hike, and a weekend commemoration of the 159th anniversary of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. The programs offer opportunities to learn about the area's history, explore the battlefield, and experience living history demonstrations. Some programs require parking at specific locations, and all programs are weather-dependent. Get more specifics on these events, dates and times at mdjonline.com   back with more in a moment   Break Drake – Ingles 9 – Ted's   Story 7: ksu   Kennesaw State University has hired Doug Saylor as the new director of player personnel for its football team. Saylor brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked with athletes at various levels of football. He previously served as an offensive assistant at Georgia and coached notable players such as Matthew Stafford, Aaron Murray, and AJ Green. Saylor has also worked with current NFL wide receiver Michael Gallup. Prior to joining Kennesaw State, he held coaching positions at Division II Limestone, Presbyterian, and Northeast Mississippi Community College. Saylor, a Newnan native, played quarterback in high school and holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia.     Story 8: softball   In the NCAA Division II national championship series, North Georgia secured a series sweep and claimed their second D-II championship by defeating Grand Valley State 3-0. Junior right-hander Kristen Davis pitched a complete-game shutout, allowing five hits and no walks. Although she didn't record any strikeouts, Davis controlled the game by inducing 14 groundouts. North Georgia took the lead with an RBI single by Sophie Mooney and added two more runs in the following inning. Hannah Forehand, Mallory Parker, and Katie Ward, all local standouts, contributed to North Georgia's offense. The victory marked a significant achievement for the Nighthawks, who finished the season with an impressive 64-7 record.   Back with closing comments after this   Henssler 60 Signoff- use same bed as open Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal podcast. Read more about all our stories, and get other great content at MDJonline.com. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about your community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. 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This year we're celebrating the 30th year of Georgia's Pre-K Program and the 10th year of Quality Rated.  Next year marks the 20th year for the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning and when the agency was created in 2004, the same legislation mandated that the new department have an advisory board to support our work. The board meets quarterly and is composed of 14 members appointed by the Governor, with one member from each of Georgia's 14 congressional districts. Joining us to talk about the Board of Early Care and Learning are board members Luann Purcell, a charter member since 2006; Susan Harper joined the board in 2009; and current board chair Phil Davis joined the board in 2009. Support the show

In this episode, Dr. Falon Smith discusses how Go NAPSACC provides easy-to-use tools for state administrators, ECE technical assistance consultants, and ECE providers, and it has decades of research on its effectiveness in improving ECE practices, environments, and health behaviors. She explains how multiple states, guided by the CDC Spectrum of Opportunities Framework, implemented Go NAPSACC over a 5-year period; resulting in a total of 7,152 ECE programs with over 344,000 children reached. Go NAPSACC is unique in its ability to help states in their ECE-system health promotion efforts. This episode references the article titled "Multi-State Implementation of Go NAPSACC to Support Healthy Practices in the Early Care and Education Setting" by Margaret West, MPA, Carrie Dooyema, MSN, MPH, RN, Falon T. Smith, PhD, Erik A. Willis, PhD, Emily Clarke, RD, LDN, Aviva Shira Starr, MSW, Kelly Hall, MPH, Derek P. Hales, and Dianne S. Ward, EdD.

Get ready for note-taking from today's podcast highlighting why and how to hold your child's Back-to-School Accommodations meeting in the Spring. Bringing together years of school experience and legal expertise, we welcome FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD, and FAACT's Vice President of Education, Kristin Osborne.Resources mentioned in the Podcast:FAACT's Civil Rights Advocacy Resource CenterFAACT's Section 504 ResourcesSample Parent Referral LetterSample AccommodationsSample Doctor/Allergist LetterFAACT's Food Allergies and School Section'FAACTs for Schools' Staff Education ProgramFAACT's School Personnel Resources504 Best Practices for ParentsOperational Guidance for K-12 Schools and Early Care and Education Programs to Support Safe In-Person LearningFrequently Asked Questions for K-12 and Early Care and Education (ECE) SettingsRelated PodcastsBack-to-School Accommodations: 504 Refresher PodcastCivil Rights Advocacy Podcast List (includes accommodations)You can find the FAACT Roundtable Podcast on Pandora, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Podcast Chaser, Deezer, and Listen Notes.Visit us at www.FoodAllergyAwareness.org. Sponsored by: KaleoThanks for listening! FAACT invites you to discover more exciting food allergy resources at FoodAllergyAwareness.org!

In the second episode of our three-part series on the early childhood workforce, host Martine Sadarangani Gordon (ACF) speaks with a panel of state experts about how they are professionalizing the workforce through nontraditional career ladders. Guests from Georgia, Illinois and Michigan discuss their state's ongoing efforts to address the diversity and community needs of the early childhood workforce. Guests include Christi Moore, Director of Professional Learning with the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning; Dr. Jamilah Jordan, Executive Director of the Illinois Governor's Office of Early Childhood Development; and Robin Zeiter, Professional Development Specialist, and Candace Vinson, Education Consultant, with the Michigan Department of Education. Early Childhood Policy Matters is supported by the National Technical Assistance Center for Preschool Development Grants Birth through Five, funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Office of Child Care. For episode transcripts and more information visit: https://childcareta.acf.hhs.gov/resource/early-childhood-policy-matters-podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lead teacher at a Lawrenceville-based family child care learning home is one of three recipients of the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning's (DECAL) Early Childhood Educator of the Year award for 2022-23. According to a Dec. 16 release from DECAL, the state agency responsible for meeting the child care and early education needs of Georgia children and their families, Elianne Aguilera, from Eli's Academy in Lawrenceville, was named the state's winning toddler educator of the year. It was also announced that the winning infant educator was Mary Barber with Kid's Express Learning Center in Hawkinsville and the winning preschool educator is Tierra Faulcon with Faulcon Prep Academy in Smyrna. Aguilera, Barner and Faulcon will receive $3,000 for their personal use, $2,000 for a classroom makeover and up to $2,500 for their school to cover travel expenses and stipends for substitute teachers as they fulfill their duties at Georgia's Early Childhood Educators of the Year. All three teachers will serve as ambassadors for the state's early childhood educators by modeling effective classroom practices and making public speaking appearances. #GwinnettDailyPost #Georgia #LocalNews        --          -         -          The Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast is local news for Lawrenceville, Norcross, Duluth, and all of Gwinnett County. Register Here for your essential digital news.             This podcast was produced and published for the Gwinnett Daily Post and GwinnettDailyPost.com by BG Ad Group    For advertising inquiries, please email j.southerland@bgadgroup.com For more information be sure to visit www.bgpodcastnetwork.com   https://www.lawrencevillega.org/  https://www.foxtheatre.org/  https://guideinc.org/  https://www.psponline.com/  https://www.kiamallofga.com/  https://www.milb.com/gwinnett  https://www.fernbankmuseum.org/           See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October is Farm to School and Farm to Early Care and Education Month…an innovative way to build children's relationship with food and the local food system through hands-on food education and gardening experiences, interactive and adventurous taste testing, and inclusion of local items into CACFP meals and snacks.  Joining us to talk about Farm to School and Farm to Early Care and Education Month is Diana Myers, Nutrition and Physical Activity Supervisor here at DECAL, and Akia Lewis with Georgia Family Connection Partnership and Get Georgia Reading.  Support the show

It's a year of major milestones here at the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning…Quality Rated celebrates a Decade of Stars now marking ten years as Georgia's Quality Rating and Improvement System…and this school year Georgia's Pre-K Program celebrates 30 years of high quality early childhood education for the state's four and five year olds.  But sandwiched in between all that is the 18th birthday of our agency as a whole.  Prior to 2004, the idea of a state department strictly for children under the age of five was unheard of…and yet it happened officially on October 1, 2004 with Bright from the Start: Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning.  Joining us to talk about DECAL's 18th birthday is Ben Scafidi, a former education policy advisor to Governor Sonny Perdue. Today Ben is a professor of economics and director of the Education Economics Center at Kennesaw State University.   Support the show

As an educator, how are you using your voice? Not in the classroom but outside of it, to make a difference for the educational system, your students, your colleagues, and yourself as well. Advocacy plays an important role in bringing education into the spotlight and making sure that educational issues get the attention they deserve. And as an educator, you are in the primary position to know what you need in classrooms, schools, and districts, as well as for your own life and well-being, so your voice is an important one. Today’s episode is about advocacy for educators and how educators can participate in it. You’ll hear from Jake Stewart, the Director of State Government Relations at the Early Care & Education Consortium. In today’s podcast, he discusses his journey from the classroom to his current position, what the starting points of advocacy are, and what topics teachers should be looking for. Topics Discussed in This Episode [00:01:25] Introducing Jake Stewart [00:02:06] How Jake got to where he is now [00:05:12] The starting points of advocacy [00:08:04] Whether one teacher speaking up makes a difference [00:10:29] How to help teachers participate [00:12:01] Who keeps track of calls and letters [00:15:08] What to do when an educator doesn’t feel knowledgeable enough about the subject to speak up [00:18:12] What educators need to both teach and support themselves [00:20:58] Current hot topics that educators should be looking out for [00:25:43] How to find out about things happening at the local and state levels [00:29:00] The importance of advocacy at the state level [00:30:20] Good times to speak up [00:34:18] Worries about speech that gets teachers in trouble [00:38:01] Other ways to get involved [00:40:28] Making the most of this point in time [00:42:56] Why informal advocacy can be a game-changer [00:45:48] Jake’s big takeaways for listeners Resources Kate Cline Jake Stewart

Even the best-laid food allergy school accommodation plans can go awry. If challenges happen, parents and caregivers need to pivot. FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD, shares tips and ideas for finding school solutions. To keep you in the know:Back-to-School Accommodations: 504 Refresher PodcastFAACT's Civil Rights Advocacy PodcastsOperational Guidance for K-12 Schools and Early Care and Education Programs to Support Safe In-Person LearningFrequently Asked Questions for K-12 and Early Care and Education (ECE) Settings: Information for School ECE Administrators, Teachers, Staff and ParentsLetter to Educators and Parents Regarding New CDC Recommendations and their impacts on Children - March 24, 2022FAACT's Civil Rights Advocacy Resource CenterFAACT Civil Rights Advocacy - Section 504 ResourcesFAACT-recognized Food Allergy Support GroupsDepartment of Education, Section 504 Frequently Asked Questions Contact Amelia Smith at Amelia.Smith@FoodAllergyAwareness.org.You can find the FAACT Roundtable Podcast on Pandora, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Podcast Chaser, Deezer, and Listen Notes.Visit us at www.FoodAllergyAwareness.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and YouTube.  Contact us directly via Email.Sponsored by: Aimmune Therapeutics

For the second year in a row, DECAL and the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning are seeking applications for the 2022-2023 Georgia's Early Childhood Educators of the Year Program, recognizing  the teachers of our very youngest learners…infants, toddlers, and preschool. Joining us to talk about our Early Childhood Educators of the Year is Laura Wagner, Interim Executive Director for the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning; Thea Stevens, DECAL's Infant Toddler Manager; and Rebecca Ellis, Director of Practice and Support Services.  Support the show

Over the past few months, we've been taking a tour of DECAL's six regions by talking to our Community Partnership Coordinators, representatives from our Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies, and introducing you to child care providers in each region. Joining us to talk about the North East Region are Clayton Adams, Lead Community Partnership Coordinator for the North East; Dr. Victoria Long-Coleman, an Early Care and Education Specialist from Quality Care for Children; Elainne Aguilara, a Family Child Care Learning Home provider; Amy Kay, Director of the Child Development Lab at the McPhaul Center; and Janna Rookis, Peer Support Network Ambassador in Gwinnett County. Support the show

Last month, Commissioner Amy M. Jacobs announced a new Interim Executive Director for the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning to replace outgoing director Carrie Ashbee who recently moved with her husband and daughter to Mobile, Alabama. Laura Wagner is no stranger to DECAL.  She comes to the new role from Quality Initiatives and Partnerships where she served Quality Rated and Partnerships Director. On this episode, we get to know Laura better.Support the show

Napcast is a podcast co-hosted by two male educators of color working with our youngest citizens. Together, they challenge, tackle, and discuss topics at the intersection of education, race, culture, and identity.Bio:Nick Terrones (he/him) is Mexican-Native American, a descendant of the Chumash people whose traditional lands span a large part of southern California. Nick has been in the Early Childhood field for over 14 years, 12 of those years working directly with toddlers and families. Currently he is the program director at Daybreak Star Preschool in Seattle, Washington, an early learning program that implements an indigenous curriculum. Outside of the school setting, Nick is an active member in the World Forum Foundation on Early Care and Education's Men in ECE leadership team. Along with his buddy Mike, he co-host a podcast called "Napcast" that looks at the intersection of race, culture, and identity in early childhood education. Be sure to check out his book, A Can of Worms: Fearless Conversations with Toddlers through Exchange Press (https://www.childcareexchange.com).Mike Browne (he/him), has lived a multitude of lives. He has danced ballet and tap for 7 years. He played Division 1 Football. He lived in London and Spain for 4 years. He co-hosts a podcast called Napcast with his buddy Nick! All before returning home back. No, not to Seattle. He's an east coaster. But back home to Early Childhood Education. Mike currently serves as the Sr. Director of Community Engagement for Cultivate Learning at the University of Washington, using his experience as a preschool teacher to dismantle systems of oppressions in our early learning environment. Be sure to check out his series of articles that he wrote for Exchange Magazine - "You Wanna Be What? Be Realistic: A Reflection on Black Boys Dreaming," "The Beautiful Resistance: Black Humanity and Black Boy Joy" and "Black Boyhood Just Don't Stop: A Reflection on the Necessity of Meaningful Boyhoods." Links:Napcast on Apple Podcast Napcast on SpotifyA Can of Worms: Fearless Conversations with ToddlersA Can of Worms - Webinar

Many jobs across New York continue to go unfilled due to lack of quality, affordable childcare. Parents and caregivers are piecing together care, and it is unsustainable. Compounding the issue - recruiting and retaining childcare workers is a challenge. For this episode of The Future Works, we are joined by Meredith Chimento, Executive Director of the Early Care and Learning Council. Learn more about her organization and use their childcare locater: https://earlycareandlearning.org/

We're discussing the impact of current Covid-19 guidelines and protocols on students with food allergies as we take a deeper dive into the basics of K-12 school accommodations with FAACT's General Counsel and Vice President of Civil Rights Advocacy, Amelia Smith, JD. Tips for handling accommodation violations and how to explain the severity of food allergy are a few highlights to expect in this information-packed podcast.To keep you in the know, here are a few links to topics mentioned in the podcast:Operational Guidance for K-12 Schools and Early Care and Education Programs to Support Safe In-Person LearningFrequently Asked Questions for K-12 and Early Care and Education (ECE) Settings: Information for School ECE Administrators, Teachers, Staff and ParentsLetter to Educators and Parents Regarding New CDC Recommendations and their impacts on Children - March 24, 2022FAACT's Civil Rights Advocacy Resource CenterFAACT Civil Rights Advocacy - Section 504 Resources (Sample accommodations, sample parental/caregiver letters, sample doctor/allergist letters, and more)FAACT's Civil Rights Advocacy PodcastsFAACT-recognized Food Allergy Support GroupsDepartment of Education, Section 504 Frequently Asked QuestionsContact Amelia Smith at Amelia.Smith@FoodAllergyAwareness.orgYou can find the FAACT Roundtable Podcast on Pandora, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Podcast Chaser, Deezer, and Listen Notes.Visit us at www.FoodAllergyAwareness.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and YouTube.  Contact us directly via Email.Sponsored by: Aimmune Therapeutics

Are you being resilient in all areas of your life? In this segment, Makesha H. Dockery shares what career resilience looks like and means for today's workforce. Especially in light of the current environment. See video here - https://youtu.be/cEF3EL9kY_8 WHO IS MAKESHA? Makesha H. Dockery is a talent development professional, entrepreneur, wife, and mother who uses her network, strengths and experience to coach and advocate for students of all backgrounds, ages and abilities in achieving and pursuing their career goals through experiential learning environments. She actively collaborates with influencers in Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, small business owners and startup organizations. Her work has been recognized nationally, she has served on non-profit advisory boards and shared and presented her expertise and research-based practices to both national and international audiences in organizations such as CEIA, NACE and WACE. Makesha currently serves in her local community as Founder of MHD Career Education and with GA Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL) as a Family Peer Ambassador advocating for parent resilience and resources for working families. MAKESHA'S CALL TO ACTION Connect with me on LinkedIn. Additionally, I'd like to offer a limited number of your audience a 15 min complimentary consultation. Website: www.makeshahdockery.com LinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/Hillerym GENESIS'S INFO https://genesisamariskemp.net/ CALL TO ACTION Subscribe to GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp Channel, Hit the notifications bell so you don't miss any content, and share with family/friends. **REMEMBER - You do not have to let limitations or barriers keep you from achieving your success. Mind over Matter...It's time to shift and unleash your greatest potential. If you would like to be a SPONSOR or have any of your merchandise mentioned, please reach out via email at GEMSwithGenesisAmarisKemp@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/genesis-amaris-kemp/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/genesis-amaris-kemp/support

In 2018, the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning partnered with the Georgia Forestry Foundation to host the first Moonlight through the Pines, a fundraising event for both organizations featuring great food and singer songwriters from Georgia.  We had such a great time with that event, we are doing it again on May 18, this time with the foundation for the Technical College System of Georgia.  Joining us to talk about Moonlight through the Pines: A Singers Songwriters Soiree is Kelsey Bassett, Executive Director of the TCSG Foundation, and our own Carrie Ashbee, Executive Director of the Georgia Foundation for Early Care and Learning.  Plus a special message from Commissioner Jacobs about State Employees Recognition Week 2022.Support the show

On today's episode, we are talking about the trauma behind justice – when justice isn't just. For more info on the Preschool-to-Prison Pipeline: Explaining the Preschool to Prison Pipeline and Suggesting SolutionsThe Pyramid Model and Trauma-Informed Care: A Guide for Early Childhood Professionals to Support Young Children's ResilienceStates' Growing Commitment to Preventing Young Children's Expulsion from Early Care and Education Programs: RESULTS OF A 50-STATE POLICY SURVEYInformation and Resources to Assist States in Developing Policy on Early Childhood Suspension and ExpulsionDiscipline Practices in Preschool 2017-18 Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC)Who is Most Affected by the School to Prison Pipeline? INFANT TODDLER MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES:Kansas Association for Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (KAIMH) Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation and Your Program (ECLKC)Kansas Child Care Health Consultant NetworkKids These Days is a co-production of the KCCTO-KITS Infant Toddler Specialist Network (ITSN) and KCCTO Workforce Development (WFD) programs.The KCCTO-KITS Infant-Toddler Specialist Network is a program of the Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) and the university of Kansas Life Span Institute at Parsons. The Workforce Development Project is a program of KCCTO.  Each program is supported through a grant from the Kansas Department For Children And Families' Child Care And Early Education Services. However, information or opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the agency and no official endorsement should be inferred.To learn more about the Infant Toddler Specialist Network, please visit: http://kskits.org/technical-assistance-0.  To learn more about KCCTO and Workforce Development, please visit: https://kccto.org/ Contact us via email at – kidsthesedayspod@gmail.com Follow and tag us on Instagram & Facebook @kidsthesedayspod & Twitter @ktdpodMusic credit: Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3843-hackbeat License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Elisabetta Kasfir, the deputy commissioner for Federal Programs at the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning, discusses the rising cost of childcare in Georgia amid the pandemic and the expansion of the Childcare and Parent Services program, also known as CAPS.Plus, there's a new documentary that tells the story of Georgia's Sapelo people. Director Nick Brandestini and co-director Taylor Segrest discuss the making of their new documentary, “Sapelo.” Rose then talks Victor-Alan Weeks, Jennifer Thompson, and Maurice Bailey about how Sapelo Island residents are fairing during the pandemic. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.