Shine Early Learning

Meet Trish Carmoney, Customer Support Manager at Shine Early Learning! Trish has been with Shine Early Learning for almost a year, supporting both the Strategy & Growth and Community Partnerships teams. With her background in sales, customer service, and events, she’s passionate about helping others and making their day a little brighter. Her work with the HELP product has been instrumental in creating new systems, like automating returns tracking, which makes processes smoother and more efficient. Colleagues often praise her creative problem-solving and willingness to lend a hand wherever it’s needed. Trish is excited to be part of a team that’s committed to giving children the opportunities they deserve to succeed. We’re so lucky to have her on our team! #ShineEarlyLearning #EmployeeSpotlight

Our team was excited to be part of the Region V Head Start Association 2024 Conference! This event provided the perfect opportunity to connect with colleagues, gain insights from inspiring speakers, and delve into essential discussions on quality initiatives, key issues, and best practices in early childhood education. A special highlight was our very own Maria Begg-Roberson, Senior Vice President of Program Services and Innovation, and Nicole Taxiltaridis, Senior Director of Partnership Development, presenting on “Difficult Conversations.” Their session offered attendees practical strategies for navigating challenging dialogues with empathy and effectiveness. Meanwhile, Celeste Mastronardi, our Business Development Representative, was at the booth engaging with participants, sharing her knowledge, and learning from everyone she met. Thank you to Celeste, Maria, and Nicole for representing us with such passion and enthusiasm! #RegionVHeadStart #EarlyEducation #HeadStart

In recognition and celebration of National Family Caregivers Month, let’s spotlight how care goes beyond social impact—it’s also a powerful investment opportunity. An important new white paper that features our sister company, Acelero Learning, Caring for Tomorrow: A Guide to Investing in the Care Economy by Women of the World Endowment and Tesser Capital Management, explores how investors can engage with this high-growth sector. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gSeJunAe

We’re incredibly proud of our Shine Team members who presented at the 2024 Region II Annual Conference! They shared practical insights, learned alongside other early childhood professionals, and brought new ideas back to share with all of us. Thank you to our amazing team for representing Shine with such dedication and passion!

Exciting News! Our Shine Team is at the 2024 Region II Annual Conference, connecting, learning, and collaborating with early childhood professionals from across the region. We're thrilled to share insights and support our mission to make a difference in the lives of young learners. Stay tuned for updates on our journey! #ShineLearning #HeadStartRegionII #EarlyChildhoodEducation

Last week, the Shine Team attended the 2024 National Shared Services Conference, which emphasized the need for new resources and innovative approaches in early care and education. The conference highlighted how modern technology and collaboration can strengthen the system and create a more impactful future. It was a great opportunity to reconnect with long-time friends, meet new colleagues, and gain insights from industry leaders. We were excited to have a booth in the exhibit area, where attendees explored Shine Early Learning’s Knowledge Hub—your one-stop shop for all things early learning quality, business, and mental health & wellness. Additionally, we sponsored a networking dinner inside SeaWorld, where we not only built meaningful connections but also learned a lot from the shared conversations.

This was a sneak peek before the full event kicked off. As a Double Platinum sponsor of The National Association of State Leaders in Early Education (NASLEE), Shine Early Learning was proud to support and attend NASLEE's signature event, Roundtable 2024, earlier this week. Shine's President, Charlie Geier; Chief Growth Officer, Barbara Montero; and Senior Director of Partnership Development, Michael Bachman, joined early education leaders from 29 states and over 30 organizations to share insights and learning.

Meet Crystal Pimentel, Lead ERSEA Advocate at Acelero Learning! Crystal's journey with Acelero Learning spans 10+ years, starting as a parent volunteer and evolving into an ERSEA Lead. She's passionate about closing the achievement gap and ensuring families have the resources to help their children thrive. Crystal loves that Acelero Learning gives her the opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives. She's witnessed this impact firsthand. For example, she remembers one student who started in her classroom at two years old. This little girl was struggling to reach milestones like sitting up, walking, feeding herself, and talking. But, by working closely with the child's parent and using Acelero Learning's resources, they made amazing progress! Within six months, the child was doing all those things. Moments like these are what make Crystal's work so rewarding. Crystal's coworkers admire her energy, vibrance, and determination. They see how her positive attitude and dedication to enrollment inspire the whole team. Crystal is a true advocate for children and families. She actively connects with local organizations to spread the word about Acelero Learning's programs because she believes every child deserves access to quality education, no matter their age or background. Acelero Learning is incredibly grateful for Crystal and her contributions to the team and the community! #AceleroLearning #EmployeeSpotlight

The Shine Team is shining bright on Capitol Hill Day for National Head Start Association Fall Leadership Institute! We're excited to be here as Shine Early Learning, ready to learn, grow, and advocate for early childhood education. #NHSAFLI #ShineEarlyLearning

Are you at National Head Start Association Fall Leadership Institute? Stop by Shine Early Learning to learn about our Head Start Partnerships! Our team is looking forward to a week full of networking, advocacy and learning!