May 5-9, 2025 - Virtual via Zoom
May 5-9, 2025 - Virtual via Zoom
This session will highlight how the healing-centered approach can support all children in early learning programs, utilizing the public health model Washington Pyramid Model (WAPM). This session will highlight experiences from the Washington State Pyramid Model coaches and mental health consultants implementing Pyramid Model practices in licensed Child Care settings since 2023. This presentation will share insights gleaned through WAPM implementation and highlight the support necessary to promote inclusionary practices in licensed child care settings serving infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children. Join us as we move towards a “what’s right with you?” approach across all stages of implementation, program-wide leadership development, community-building and data analysis.
Julie has extensive experience supporting students with disabilities, families, and educators with inclusive learning opportunities, MTSS implementation, and systems-level coaching. Julie is particularly interested in examining data equity and the relationship between collective healing practices and ethical data collection, analysis and well being.
Amanda Hadaller is an Early Learning Coach in Clark County, Washington, with over 15 years of experience as a preschool teacher. She supports early childhood educators through the Early Achievers program and the Washington Pyramid Model Pilot, helping providers create inclusive, nurturing, and high-quality environments supporting children's social-emotional development. Amanda is passionate about building strong relationships with educators and tailoring coaching to meet each program’s unique needs.
Marlee Kent is a Mental Health Consultant with Educational Service District 112 and Child Care Aware Southwest in Vancouver, WA. Marlee provides mental health consultation to Washington Pyramid Model (WAPM) implementation programs. I am deeply passionate about fostering healthy emotional development and creating supportive environments where every child can thrive. My approach integrates evidence-based practices with a focus on building strong relationships, addressing behavioral challenges, and promoting social-emotional wellness. I believe that by empowering educators and caregivers with the tools and strategies they need, we can collectively enhance the well-being of children and their communities.
I moved to Washington in 1990, and I have two grown children and a retired husband, one loved grandchild and a very spoiled pup. I have worked in the Early Childhood profession for 30 years. I started as an ECEAP Teacher, Head Start Teacher, Family Support Specialist and now I am an Early Achiever's Specialist. I believe all children have the capacity to learn, grow, and thrive, when families feel welcomed, valued, and trust is built, then we can establish a lasting partnership. My favorite quote is: "You get what you get, and you don't throw a fit!"
