From Curved Paths to Clear Purpose: Rachel’s Journey in Early Childhood Leadership Published February 2026 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. Rachel didn’t plan …
From Small Moments to Big Milestones: Charron’s Work in Early Intervention Published February 2026 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Charron, the calling …
From Caregiver to Credential Champion: Cathy’s Legacy in Early Childhood Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Cathy, the seeds …
Teaching with Heart: Girija’s Lifelong Calling in Early Childhood Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Girija , teaching has …
From Babysitter to System Builder: Tammy’s Lifelong Journey in Early Childhood Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Tammy, …
Teaching as a Love Language: Sonja’s Purpose in Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Sonja, working with children …
From Ministry to Mentorship: ShaRhonda’s Path in Early Childhood Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For ShaRhonda, the seeds of …
From Lunch Aide to Lifelong Educator: Sarah’s Journey in Early Childhood Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Sarah, …
From After-School Participant to Program Leader: Mahmoud’s Journey in Out-of-School Time Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Mahmoud, …
From Classroom Closer to Statewide Advocate: Kelsey’s Evolution in Early Childhood Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Kelsey, …
From Preschool Play to Professional Pathways: Jennifer’s Journey in Early Childhood Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For Jennifer, …
From First-Grade Dreams to Statewide Systems Change: Brenda’s Journey in Early Childhood Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. For …
Rooted in Relationships: Ashela’s Path to Leadership in Early Childhood Education Published October 2025 as a part of the Career Exploration Tool: Stories from the Field series. This series of stories brings to life the many pathways members of Michigan’s early care and education field have taken to achieve their goals, nurture their interests, and achieve success. Ashela’s journey into …