Jessika Hane - Thrive by 5 Giving Day

I'm an early learning hero because as a working mom of four, I've personally benefited from high quality daycare and preschool in our community. I've felt joy when my child came home, bursting with pride after learning how to count and spell her name. I've felt sorrow and stress as our beloved daycare and preschool closed, worrying about how we would find somewhere new for our children. I've felt guilt over taking a precious spot away from a family who might need it more, who might not have the flexibility of employment that my husband and I enjoy. I know how important these programs are to the kids and families in our community. As Co-Chair of the Thrive By Five Committee- I'm honored to serve as an Early Learning Hero and excited to help support the needs of our young learners today and in the future. 

About the Thrive by  Five Campaign:
Funding will be used to increase access to high-quality education for at-risk children and low-income families, improve quality of programs, cultivate family engagement and community partnerships, develop training opportunities for educators, and provide required community matching funds for On My Way Pre-K students. Learn more about the Thrive by Five Campaign.