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My father tells me the story of how him and my mother started dating and soon after got engaged. Not only did he find his soulmate, he found his best friend who lifts him up and gave him the confidence...

Deno Japitana (Teacher D) is an educator from the Philippines that promotes peace education for learners in their early childhood. Through his own school, Teacher D's Learning Hub he creates a social change that his community needs in order to...

Colleagues Erika Watkins (45) and Kate DeRolf (39) describe their experiences as early childhood educators and child care providers in their NorthWest Indiana community. They describe their journeys to their work, and some of the challenges they face, particularly at...

Shamia Brightful (32) talks with her sister-in-law Mothyna James-Brightful (36) about their relationship, and her appreciation and admiration for Mothyna's confidence and her work for women's wellness. Mothyna talks about her own journey in making conscious commitments to herself and...

Though I’ve known Madison for a few years, I wanted to interview her to know her a little better. This interview allowed me to learn some of the deeper parts of her life.

This is an interview about Lorenzo’s beliefs, memories, and plans for the future. This includes stories about family memories and reasons why you shouldn’t be inferior to anyone in high school. And reasons to be recognized and view as a...

A boy and his mom discuss childhood similarities and life lessons that can be learned from childhood

Dot Jackson (65) talks about her life, legacy, and the way she wants to be remembered with her daughter Kelly Underwood (45).

Friends Kelli Badesheim (60) and Diana Lachiondo (41) sit down to remember Diana's father, David Lachiondo, and to appreciate the impact that he has had on their lives and their community.

In a conversation with Alison, Katie talks about her family, raising girls to be strong, smart and bold, and becoming acutely aware of gender in her role as an advocate for young women in Richmond Community Schools. Katie shares her...

Jerletha McDonald (40) talks with her mentor Valora Washington (66) about her experiences as a child care provider and advocate, including her work alongside and advocating for women of color in the industry.

I interviewed my girlfriend who is in college to be a teacher for early childhood education.

Content: Amy Lindahl (34) talks with her friend and fellow science teacher Sarah Hall (31) about how to remain excited about teaching and help students to empathize with one another. Amy tells Sarah how she felt when the school she...

Friends and colleagues Jennifer Rackliff (38) and Priscilla Acosta (33) discuss how their lives have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and also talk about how tribal communities and the Cherokee Nation in particular have managed child care during the...

Today I talked to my mom about lessons she’s learned throughout her life.

One Small Step Partners, Kendra Devejian (46) and Elliot Balch (42), discuss their current positions as they relate to the community of downtown Fresno, their families, and where community hardship intersects with business.

One Small Step partners Katina Moss (49) and Qian Cheng (31) share a conversation about their identities and their experiences in the United States. Qian talks about her experience as an immigrant from China and Katina speaks about her experience...

Alison (Keeler) Carrillo shares with us her experience of “plunging in” as a founding parent at the Santa Cruz Waldorf School back in the 70s, her 41 year connection to the school, how the parents over the years have made...

My family friend Stacy talks about her life

Nicole Piper (47) and Jennifer Crouch (43) discuss their roles as directors of child care programs, share how their industry and community has been impacted by COVID-19, and reflect on why they chose early childhood education as their careers.

Carmella Spinelli Miller (51) interviews her friend Shantina Evans (49) about how she escaped a cycle of crime to start her own beauty business, the school she has created to mentor young girls, and the life lessons that she has...

Thalia Vlahos (18) discusses life with her mother Angelica Vlahos (47). From family to college to confidence, Angelica reflects on her accomplishments and hopes for the future.

During the interview, we went over some of Madelyn’s goals in life and what gives her motivation through hardship.

A talk with my teenage son to get him to open up to me more. It can be hard being a teenager.

Colleagues Leah Moore (40) and Roshanna Beard (33) talk about their experiences and journeys as educators. They discuss the importance of advocating for their students and families, and remember becoming PBS Kids Early Learning Champions.