Out In The Hall

This week Keri and Tim chat with our old friend Kristina Ellis. Kristina is fortunate enough to have seen much of Early Childhood Education from different angles. First working for a highly regarded Head Start grantee in Oklahoma, then a stint with NSHA where she helped launched the Academy, and most recently with a childcare program where she spends her day’s chasing grants. She is always delightful.

This week Keri and Tim sit down with parent engagement specialist Mills Rodgers to talk about the importance of fathers in children’s lives. Early Childhood professionals may need a different tack when working with fathers and Mills has some ideas. Listen in.

This week Keri and Tim speak with one of Head Start favorite writers, educators, and lavender farmers; Erin Ramsey. Erin takes us through some important exercises to get you through your day and re-energize your spirit. You will love her like we do.

Policy Council is one of the three legs of governance for Head Start, and this week, Keri and Tim chat with Ashley about her journey. Ashley, who later joined the board of directors, shares a special perspective on what she learned and how Head Start boosted her confidence to reach new heights. It’s a truly insightful conversation.

You’ve probably seen Dr. Bergeron’s work with the NHSA Academy. We’re excited to welcome her this week as she shares some stories from her time as Director of the Office of Head Start and how she embraces any great idea.

Keri and Tim sit down with NHSA’s own Deputy Director, Tommy Sheridan. We discuss the year the that was, the bright spots ( that didn’t seem that bright at the time), and why when the Head Start community comes together we are a tremendous force. Tommy reminds us our mission is more important than ever. Find out more.

Keri and Tim discuss their declining mental health with expert therapist Donna Motte. Donna has a long history in Head Start and helps us look at what’s going on for us and families. You know, it will probably work out. Join us.

Keri and Tim share a, too quick, conversation with our long time friend Dru O’Connor.  Dru has a thirty-plus history in Head Start and sees every day the impact that staff have on children and parent…and she is big part of the NHSA conferences Dream Team.

Keri and Tim sit down with Ashley Willams, a new program director and Head Start alumni, as she talks about her journey and experience with her FA1 review that she just had and how system building is the key to everything Also, we all hate copiers.

Some of the fundamental issues with Head Start or any pre-k program are the policies that govern and fund it. Keri and Tim discuss this with author and policy expert Dan Wuori. We dive in to what he is thinking and what may be ahead.