Spotlight: Hannah Fern – 2024 Parent Ambassador
Our Parent Ambassadors program gives parents and child care providers of early learners the tools they need to advocate for meaningful, lasting change in early childhood education policy. In this series, we’re highlighting our Class of 2024 Parent Ambassadors. Get to know them! Hannah Fern First-time momAttends the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Enjoys going […]
Spotlight: Jordan Wintz – 2024 Parent Ambassador
Our Parent Ambassadors program gives parents and child care providers of early learners the tools they need to advocate for meaningful, lasting change in early childhood education policy. In this series, we’re highlighting our Class of 2024 Parent Ambassadors. Get to know them! Jordan Wintz Mother of 2 In-home Provider in Pierce, NE Enjoys antiquing […]
Spotlight: Shavette Giddins – 2024 Parent Ambassador
Our Parent Ambassadors program gives parents and child care providers of early learners the tools they need to advocate for meaningful, lasting change in early childhood education policy. In this series, we’re highlighting our Class of 2024 Parent Ambassadors. Get to know them! Shavette Giddins Mother Child Care Provider Favorite Quote: “To get where you’ve […]
Spotlight: Dawn Fusselman – 2024 Parent Ambassador
Our Parent Ambassadors program gives parents and child care providers of early learners the tools they need to advocate for meaningful, lasting change in early childhood education policy. In this series, we’re highlighting our Class of 2024 Parent Ambassadors. Get to know them! Dawn Fusselman Mom of 2 boys Favorite Quote: “All behaviors are communication.” […]
Governor Jim Pillen Proclaims May 10 as Provider Appreciation Day
Governor Jim Pillen Proclaims May 10 as Provider Appreciation Day On May 1, 2024, Shannon Hampson and Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative staff joined at the Nebraska State Capitol to receive Governor Jim Pillen’s Proclamation of Provider Appreciation Day, recognizing the state’s child care workforce efforts. With a stroke of his pen, Governor Pillen proclaimed May […]
5 Languages of Appreciation for National Provider Appreciation Day
National Provider Appreciation Day is a special day to thank all child care providers. It is celebrated on the Friday before Mother’s Day, which falls on May 10, 2024. This day recognizes the work of child care providers, teachers, and other educators of young children. These essential workers play a crucial role in helping working parents continue to provide […]
Spotlight: Breanna Young – 2024 Parent Ambassador
Our Parent Ambassadors program gives parents and child care providers of early learners the tools they need to advocate for meaningful, lasting change in early childhood education policy. In this series, we’re highlighting our Class of 2024 Parent Ambassadors. Get to know them! Breanna Young Mom of 1 Pharmacy Technician at CHIEnjoys spending quality time […]
Nisha Davis – 2024 Parent Ambassador
Our Parent Ambassadors program gives parents and child care providers of early learners the tools they need to advocate for meaningful, lasting change in early childhood education policy. In this series, we’re highlighting our Class of 2024 Parent Ambassadors. Get to know them! Nisha Davis Mom of 2 In-Home I child care provider in North […]
Celebrating the Class of 2024 Parent Ambassadors
Omaha, NE – In October, we proudly celebrated a significant milestone as 21 Parent Ambassadors from the Class of 2024 graduated from their yearlong advocacy journey. These remarkable individuals dedicated themselves to creating change and amplifying voices within their communities. Throughout the year, this cohort demonstrated extraordinary commitment by stepping into leadership roles within the […]
The Early Head Start Difference
NECC is proud to be an Early Head Start-Child Care Partner grantee. Through this funding, we have the opportunity to give your child an early head start in life. Wondering what an Early Head Start child care program looks like? Explore the benefits of Early Head Start (EHS), find partner locations in Omaha, and learn […]