Bridge Conference 2018: Full Schedule

1:45pm PDT

The Framework & Momentum for an ELO Quality Systems in Washington State (Systems Track-Closed)

How do we best leverage state, federal and private investments to build a continuous quality improvement system and accountability across the age continuum that supports high-quality programs serving children and youth from birth through young adults? The Expanded Learning Opportunities (ELO) Quality Initiative gave Washington State an opportunity to use a private/public funding model to test quality practices and develop tools for the ELO field through a research-based process.

This panel of ELO stakeholders who served as advisory members for Washington State’s Expanded Learning Opportunities Quality Initiative will share lessons learned about the legislation, funding, and research that contributed to building a strong foundation for the ELO quality system. Learn about the exciting next steps that will continue the work and integrate these best practices and tools into other school-age and youth development systems.

Speakers

Molly Branson-Thayer

Senior Director, University of Washington- Cultivate Learning

Molly Branson Thayer, Ed.D. is Senior Director of Cultivate Learning at the University of Washington’s College of Education. In this role, Dr. Branson Thayer supports inter-disciplinary research focused on improving educational opportunities for children and families.Prior to joining... Read More →

Jackie Jainga-Hyllseth

Chief Program Quality Officer, School's Out Washington

Jackie Jainga-HyllsethChief Program Quality OfficerJackie leads SOWA’s statewide efforts to promote program quality and increase the use of quality assessment and improvement processes in afterschool and youth development programs. She has experience in program planning, organizational... Read More →

Nicole Rose

Director of Eligibility and Provider Supports, Department of Children Youth and Families

Nicole Rose served most recently as the Assistant Director for the Quality Practice and Professional Growth (QPPG) division with the Department of Early Learning. In that role, Nicole’s portfolio included Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP), Early Achievers... Read More →

Juliet Taylor

Program Officer, Raikes Foundation

Juliet Taylor joined the Raikes Foundation as a program officer in 2015 to lead the foundation’s Expanded Learning Opportunities strategy. Prior to joining the Raikes Foundation, Juliet spent six years at the Washington State Department of Early Learning leading the Race to the... Read More →

Tuesday October 30, 2018 1:45pm - 3:15pm PDT
Grand 7

System's Track

Quality Standard Domains Family, School & Community Connections
Core Competencies Content Area IV: Families, Communities and Schools
Intended Audience Systems Level (intermediary org. leaders/ community change organizations / funders / policymakers / researchers)

Bridge Conference 2018

1:45pm PDT

Molly Branson-Thayer

Jackie Jainga-Hyllseth

Nicole Rose

Juliet Taylor

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