S3E12 The First Five Years: Why Early Childhood is Everyone's Business

Education Conversations

Feb 17 2026 | 00:30:35

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Show Notes

In this episode, Jennifer Vigne speakes with Makayla Buchanan, Chief of Staff at the Children’s Movement of Florida, to explore the data and research behind early learning and how the first five years can shape a child’s path to academic success and graduation.

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