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In early childhood education, confidence begins to blossom and bright futures take flight. This month, we are proud to shine our Educator Spotlight on Mauricia Flynn and celebrate the many accomplishments she has achieved throughout the past year.

Mauricia, the 2024-2025 Early Childhood Educator of the Year nominee from Bridges Early Learning Center, is dedicated to creating a classroom environment where every child feels seen, encouraged, and inspired to grow. Her passion for teaching and commitment to nurturing young learners make a lasting impact on the children and families she serves each day.

Mauricia recently achieved an exciting milestone by earning her Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC). Our outreach team is proud to celebrate her commitment to professional growth and her passion for early childhood education. Mauricia's dedication to learning and leadership continues to inspire those around her. 

This fall, she plans to take the next step in her journey by pursuing her Director's Credential, and we look forward to supporting her continued success along the way.

Educators like Mauricia shape the future of one child, one smile, and one breakthrough moment at a time. Her dedication and passion are a true reflection of the incredible work happening in early childhood education     every day.

This fall, we look forward to celebrating more outstanding educators like Mauricia at our August 29th workshop, where we will honor the 2025-2026 Early Childhood Educators of the Year. We are also excited to welcome

Conscious Discipline instructor Abbi Kruse.

Abbi is the founder and the Executive Director of The Playing Field, an early childhood program serving children experiencing homelessness right alongside those from far more advantaged families. Prior to this role, Abbi served in a variety of ECE setting including the University of Wisconsin Preschool Lab, Head Start, and community based programs.

Wishing you all the best,

Amanda, Todd, and Jensen