We are excited to launch the Florida Early Learning Council – a local advisory board comprised of influential and established leaders across Florida who are united in their commitment to ensuring that Florida children are prepared to thrive in kindergarten and beyond.
Established under the leadership of Chanelle Pough, Executive Director of Florida Early Learning Corps, the Council was convened to elevate the organization’s statewide visibility and expand the organization’s reach into more Florida communities. “We’re extremely grateful for the expertise, counsel and resources our appointed board members will lend in support of our continued growth and expansion,” says Pough. “I’m excited about all that we will accomplish together to advance the mission and amplify Florida Early Learning Corps’ transformative impact across the state.”
The advisory board will focus on three key objectives:
Support the mission of Florida Early Learning Corps
Members will serve as dedicated champions and advocates for Florida Early Learning Corps both statewide and in their respective regions. Currently operating in Broward, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Orange, Osceola and Volusia counties, Pough was intentional about curating a geographically diverse board to ensure representation from all the communities being served and prospected across the state.
Serve as a community sounding board
Board members will convene semi-annually and will participate in organizational fundraising events and activities to further promote Florida Early Learning Corps’ mission and advancement. In partnership with the Executive Director, the Florida Early Learning Council will provide guidance, counsel, and support to the program.
Facilitate strategic connections to opportunities
The local advisory board will help connect the organization to strategic media, public speaking, sponsorships, and networking opportunities. These connections will help tell the story of their impact and role in preparing over 9,000 students for kindergarten through an evidence-based, high-impact tutoring model.
Help us welcome our new council members
It is our honor to welcome this inaugural advisory board! Their wisdom and leadership will make an incredible impact across the state of Florida. We thank them for their dedication to Florida’s youngest learners and their work to ensure that all Florida children are Kindergarten ready.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to:
- Vance Aloupis, Strategos
- Dr. Lori Canning, Broward County Public Schools
- Molly Grant, Association for Early Learning Coalitions of Florida
- Saralyn Grass, Kid’s Hope Alliance/City of Jacksonville
- Charles Hokanson, Hokanson Consulting Group LLC
- Pamela Hollingsworth, Early Learning Coalition of Miami/Monroe
- Bethany McAlister, Corcoran Partners
- Darryl Willie, Duval County Public Schools
- Dr. Tony Lee III, State University System of Florida
- Chester Spellman, CW Spellman Consulting
To learn more about Florida Early Learning Corps and how you can get involved, visit readingandmath.org/locations/florida.