About this episode

The episode discusses the role of early childhood educators in supporting families with basic needs through complex social systems.

Early childhood educators don't just teach children. They navigate complex social systems on behalf of families, connecting them to resources like food, shelter, mental health, and immigration services. NAEYC's Alissa Mwenelupembe talks with former NAEYC Governing Board President and Executive Director Jerlean Daniel and DC Public School kindergarten teacher Rahshita Lowe-Watson about supporting families struggling with basic needs.

People in this episode

Host: Alissa Mwenelupembe

Guests: Jerlean Daniel, Rahshita Lowe-Watson

Topics covered

• early childhood education
• family support
• social systems
• basic needs
• resource connection

Keywords

• early childhood educators
• family resources
• social systems
• food assistance
• mental health services

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NAEYC, DC Public School

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