The Council for Professional Recognition and Head Start have always been connected in purpose — from the creation of the CDA® Credential to today’s work supporting educators and families across the country.

In this episode of The Council Table, Dr. Calvin E. Moore, Jr., talks with Zuly Vásquez, Senior Manager of Online Professional Development at the National Head Start Association, about how the two organizations continue to collaborate to strengthen the early learning workforce.

They discuss access, bilingual pathways, and the shared belief that when educators are supported, children and families thrive.

Partnership. Purpose. Progress.

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Registries are more than data systems; they’re the connective tissue of the early childhood education profession.

In this episode of The Council Table, Dr. Calvin E. Moore, Jr., talks with Dr. Kimberlee Belcher, Executive Director of the National Workforce Registry Alliance, about how registries are transforming workforce visibility and creating stronger connections across states, educators, and systems.

They discuss the critical role registries play in elevating the profession, improving access to training and recognition, and ensuring every educator’s contribution is valued.

💡 Every voice matters — and every educator counts.

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What happens when policy starts by listening to the people doing the work?

In this episode, Dr. Calvin E. Moore, Jr. talks with Yvette Sanchez Fuentes, Vice President of National Policy at Start Early and former Director of the Office of Head Start. Together, they explore how early childhood systems can move from ideas on paper to meaningful change in classrooms and communities.

Yvette shares how home visiting, Head Start partnerships, and community-driven initiatives are reshaping how we think about early learning policy, and why listening to educators, families, and providers must be the starting point for every decision.

A powerful reminder that the best systems are those built with the people they serve.

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What will it take to bring more men into early childhood education, and help them thrive once they’re there?

In this episode, Dr. Calvin E. Moore, Jr. talks with Dr. Keon Berry and Dr. Leah Austin about the state of men in ECE. They explore the personal, systemic, and cultural barriers that influence who joins and stays in the profession, and share ideas for building stronger leadership pipelines for male educators.

A powerful conversation about representation, equity, and the future of early learning.

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