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Looking for resources to support early childhood development? Check out the Excel By 5 YouTube Channel for valuable content, including our SWEET Hour webinars - packed with expert insights on child development, parenting tips, and community resources!

Watch, learn, and engage with us as we work together to give every child a strong start!

Latest Videos

Storybook Character Storytime

Storybook Character Thank You Video to the Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi!

EB5 SWEET Hour Mental Health Self Care

We're diving deep into the crucial topic of Mental Health and Self-Care. Remember, self-care isn't selfish—it's a prerequisite for offering love, compassion, and assistance to others. Join us for an enlightening session that will benefit not only yourself but also your loved ones and community.

Our esteemed guest speaker, Nadia Gaynor from New Life Goals LLC.

Lead Education Is Your Center, Home, and Drinking Water Safe

SWEET Hour – an hour-long virtual workshop for EB5 Childhood Communities who need professional development training, technical assistance, coaching, and local resources. The workshop is to educate early childhood advocates by presenting the latest techniques and trends covering a wide range of topics.

EB5 SWEET Hour on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at 2:00 p.m.

Please share with your communities!

Lead Education: Is Your Center/Home/Drinking Water Safe? Lead poisoning is preventable. The key is to educate individuals and families about possible lead exposure. A panel of experts will share risk factors and services to reduce long-term effects.

Crystal Veazey, MS State Department of Health

Leah Gann, MS State University Extension Service

EB5 SWEET Hour: Legislative Lens 2025

Excel By 5 virtual SWEET Hour

Title: "Legislative Lens: Key Early Childhood Bills Every Provider/Professional Should Watch"
Speaker: Micayla Tatum, Director of Early Childhood Policy
Date & Time: Tuesday, February 25, 2025 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Format: Virtual (link below)
Target Audience: Early childhood providers/professionals
Our goal for this professional development session is to raise awareness about impactful legislation and encourage advocacy within the early childhood community. The session will provide valuable insights to help professionals stay informed and engaged. #EB5MS

https://www.mississippifirst.org/

EB5 Developmental Milestones

Excel By 5 is excited to invite you to a statewide workshop on the importance and significance of developmental milestones – how we use and share this amazing tool.

Topic:
Developmental Milestones Important for Us All!

Guest Speakers:
Dr. Buttross Mississippi Thrive!, will discuss the medical perspective.
Dr. Audra Classen USM, will discuss the family perspective.
Nicole Briceno Mississippi Early Childhood Inclusion Center, will discuss the center's perspective.
Penny Mansell Excel By 5, will discuss the community perspective.

Excel By 5 2024 Summit Photos

The Excel By 5 Summit is an annual gathering aimed at fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and promoting early childhood education across Mississippi communities. It brings together community leaders, educators, parents, and stakeholders to discuss innovative strategies, share success stories, and address challenges in supporting young children and their families. The purpose of the Summit is to strengthen partnerships, enhance community efforts, and ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive by the age of five through improved health, education, and family support services.

Join us for 2025 to be inspired!

EB5 - How To Catch A Star Presentation

Excel By 5 present this book to the STARS who contributed years of service in shaping the organization.

Excel By 5 Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence: Nurturing Minds, Shaping Futures! Our 20th Anniversary Summit was held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at the scenic Eagle Ridge Conference Center in Raymond, MS.

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