We are proud to announce that Tatjyana Elmore, previously introduced as our Interim President, has officially been named the President of BCDI-Atlanta! Her unwavering dedication and inspiring leadership continue to elevate our mission of empowering children, families, and communities. Join us in celebrating this new chapter!

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Build financial confidence as a family! Explore BCDI-Atlanta's January 2025 Financial Literacy Activity Guide, which is designed to help adults develop practical money management skills while children build a strong foundation for understanding financial concepts. Through fun activities, open discussions, and consistent practice, families can work together toward greater financial confidence and long-term economic well-being.



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Announcing Our 2025 Summit Sessions

EARLY LEARNING TRACK

• Fostering Equity: Building a Culturally and Inclusive Learning Environment by Carolyn Tricoche of ACE Educational Training Consultants, LLC
• Discover How DECAL Scholars Can Empower Your Educators by Lindsey Peterson of DECAL Scholars
• Empowering Early Learners through Executive Function Skills: A Culturally Responsive Approach by Jessica Smith of Cognitive Catalyst Coaching

LITERACY TRACK

• Embracing All Voices: Using Data to Illuminate Children's Brilliance by Alice Oliver of Rollins Center for Language and Literacy at Atlanta Speech School
• "Read, Nourish, and Flourish”: Cultivating Literacy Practices and Healthy Eating Through Books by Monica Griffin of Quality Care for Children
• Turning The Page: Black Representation in Early Childhood Literature by Yolanda Weaver of Yolanda's Creative Smile

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT TRACK

• Parents as Partners: Families and Schools Working Together for the Child's Success by Sheila Thomas of Thomas Educational Consulting and Training
• Excavate and Elevate Your Family Engagement Work by Angelina Hunt of United Way of Greater Atlanta
• Elevating Family Voices: Empowering Family Engagement Through Connection and Resources by Bridget Ratajczak of GA Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL)

POLICY & ADVOCACY TRACK

• Addressing Black Maternal and Infant Mortality: A Call for Equity in Healthcare and Beyond by Dr. Nedra Washington Goss of University of North Texas at Dallas
• Long-term Effects of Early Childhood Educational and Familial Experiences on African American Children's Academic Success by Cassandra Bolar of National African American Child and Family Research Center
• Empowering Parents: Advocacy and Rights in the IEP Process by Carmela Jones of The Advocates Educational Services LLC

As a valued member, we're excited to offer you an exclusive 15% discount on registration for the 6th Annual Culturally Responsive ECE Leadership Summit. Check your email for the special promotional code – this is an event you won't want to miss!

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Partner with BCDI-Atlanta's 6th Annual Culturally Responsive ECE Leadership Summit! Join us as we dive into our 2025 theme, Elevate the Culture: Embracing All Voices.

BCDI-Atlanta is committed to building strong partnerships with those who serve Black children and their families—ECE educators, social workers, healthcare professionals, and more. Together, we can extend our reach and provide our community with the tools and knowledge to drive impactful change in early childhood education.

Take advantage of this opportunity to network with a diverse group of professionals and highlight your work. Sponsors will receive dedicated exhibit space at the event on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the Loudermilk Conference Center in Atlanta, GA

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This forum is space for early education stakeholders to connect and share with each other. Start by introducing yourself with areas of interest, posting your relative content, sharing media, or information for advancing equity in early care and education.



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