Early Childhood – ROE #33: Piecing the Puzzle Together

March 19, 2026

Episode 26: The First Five Event with Ashley Hinkle

In our March episode, Assistant Regional Superintendent Emily Adolphson speaks with Early Childhood Preschool Family Educator Ashley Hinkle to discuss the First Five Event.

They explore what it takes to organize the free community event and acknowledge the partners and volunteers who make it possible. Tune in to discover why sensory exploration is so important for growing littles, and why the First Five Event is the perfect space to learn more and explore.

Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://bit.ly/ROENL

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

January 27, 2026

Episode 24: Head Start Update with Early Childhood Leadership

In our January episode, Assistant Regional Superintendent Emily Adolphson is joined by Early Childhood leaders Tara Case and Amy Fullerton, along with Director of Strategic Planning and Operations Jodi Scott, to discuss the Head Start programming now available through ROE #33.

They share key lessons learned, challenges overcome, and the behind-the-scenes work involved in expanding early childhood services at the Regional Office of Education #33 to better support local children and families.

Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://bit.ly/ROENL

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

November 24, 2025

Episode 22: Family Literacy with Hope Neal

In this episode of ROE #33: Piecing the Puzzle Together, Regional Superintendent Kathryn Jennings is joined by Early Childhood Prenatal – Age 3 Family Literacy Supervisor!

Hope shares an inside look at the ROE’s Family Literacy program, its close partnership with Adult Education, and how the two work together to support local families. She also highlights the collaboration with local libraries, including family-centered events and activities designed to build early literacy skills and strengthen parent-child connections.

Subscribe to our newsletter: https://bit.ly/ROENL

Podcast: Play in new window | Download