Early Childhood Services' ELEVATE

Join hosts Inette Bolden and Jennifer Ferreira as they sit down with Asia Ewell and Saru Nithyanandam , facilitators of the Positive Solutions for Families program, to explore how positive parenting can strengthen family relationships and support children's social-emotional development. They discuss how behavior is communication, why predictable routines and positive guidance matter, and prac...

Join hosts Inette Bolden and Jennifer Ferreira as they sit down with Dawn Iannaco-Hahn, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health specialist, to explore why mental health begins in the earliest years of life. They discuss how Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) focuses on relationships, emotional development, and the environments that shape...

In this episode of the ELEVATE Podcast, hosts Inette Bolden and Jennifer Ferreira welcome Sylvia Hennessie, Early Childhood Coach, and Starr Stevenson, Child Care Health Consultant with Child Care Support Services, for an insightful conversation on early childhood brain development. Sylvia and Starr break down key concepts like brain architecture, serve-and-return interactions, and toxic stress, e...

In this episode of the ELEVATE Podcast, hosts Inette Bolden and Jennifer Ferreira sit down with Nichelle Owens and Jessica Blasic from Montgomery County’s Judy Center Early Learning Hubs to explore how these family-centered programs support children from birth to age five. They discuss the Judy Centers’ mission, their rapid expansion in Montgomery County, and how playgroups, developmental screenin...

In this episode, hosts Jennifer Ferreira and Inette Bolden sit down with Tamieka Thomasson, Program Manager III of Child Care Support Services (CCSS) in Montgomery County. Tamieka shares her journey in early childhood education, her passion for play-based learning, and the mission of CCSS to ensure quality care for every child.  Listeners learn how CCSS supports: Families through Family Involvemen...

Join hosts Inette Bolden and Jennifer Ferreira as they welcome Maranda Schoppert, Program Manager for Early Literacy and Children's Services at Montgomery County Public Libraries . With over 11 years of experience working with young children and caregivers, Maranda brings valuable insights into the foundational skills that set children on the path to becoming confident readers. In this episod...

In this episode, hosts Inette Bolden and Jennifer Ferreira welcome Jill Ginsburg , Program Manager for Montgomery County’s Infants and Toddlers Program (MCITP) . With over 20 years of experience in early intervention, Jill shares what inspired her journey in the field and highlights the critical impact of early intervention services on children from birth to age three. Listeners will gain a deeper...

Join hosts Inette B. and Jennifer F. with special guest Jennifer Arnáiz, Administrator of Early Childhood Services. Discover the mission that drives Early Childhood Services, the specific goals Jennifer Arnáiz aims to achieve, and the challenges they face.  Gain insights into what makes a great leader in early childhood and invaluable advice for aspiring professionals entering the field. Don’t mis...

Welcome to ELEVATE Podcast. Brought to you by Early Childhood Services, a program within Montgomery County Maryland’s Department of Health and Human Services, dedicated to empowering parents and educators alike with the knowledge and tools essential for nurturing the next generation.