Champions for NorCal Kids
Wendy Dickens and Heidi Mendenhall
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From AI to Hopeville: Why Rural Literacy Is Still a Human Story
In a world racing from AI to algorithms, this episode of Champions for NorCal Kids reminds us that literacy still starts somewhere much more familiar: homes, classrooms, libraries, and small towns.We…
Early Literacy + AI Hot Takes on Rural Literacy!
In this episode of NorCal Champions for Kids, we’re breaking new ground on a topic that matters for families, educators, and community champions across Northern California: Early Literacy in Rural…
S2E1 Episode 1: Our Literacy Story — Journeys That Shaped Us
In the first episode of our series, "it takes a village to raise readers", Wendy and I share our personal journeys in literacy — the moments, mentors, and experiences that shaped how we see reading…
Celebrating the Strength of Small Communities with First 5 Modoc and AmeriCorps
Join Wendy and Heidi for an in-depth conversation exploring how First 5 Modoc began using AmeriCorps to support preschool classrooms and how that small start has grown into a powerful model for…
Advocacy Series: Inside Shasta Head Start — The Heart of Northern CA’s Early Learning! ❤️👶
What keeps families thriving in some of California’s most remote rural areas? Join Heidi and Wendy as they talk with and learn from Gordon, Shasta County’s Head Start Executive Director with over 20…
Advocacy and Awareness for Children and Families: A focus on Rural Head Start Impact
In this series on Advocacy and Awareness, we will hear from many counties and champions for NorCal kids who are actively pivoting and working to fill gaps where services have been cut; specifically…
Week of the Young Child in the North State: The What and Why We Celebrate!!
Join us for an exciting conversation during the week of the young child, where we talk about local events and opportunities for families with young children in our community. Visit CAEYC here:…
Reflecting on a Year of Impact: First 5 Shasta & First 5 Tehama with Data-Driven Insights
Join podcast co-hosts and First 5 Executive Directors of First 5 Shasta and First 5 Tehama as they reflect on the year through data. Getting to know First 5 through data is a powerful way to monitor…
First 5 Fall Favs!
Join us for a lighthearted and fun conversation for our local First 5 Fall Favorite activities and experiences. Sometimes we can all use a reminder of how to play in nature, enjoy the small moments…
Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Our Own Champion
Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness has an extra special meaning to us this year. Co-host Wendy Dickens bravely and boldly shares key learning moments; vulnerable moments; and hard moments of her…
Celebrating National Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Awareness Month
Join us for an extra special episode where we celebrate awareness of the National Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and learn about common the "NICU" through our very own co-host Wendy's personal…
Tips on Water Safety and Norcal Water Play Spots for Families
In this episode Wendy and Heidi discuss tips for keeping our kids safe in the water, tell you about some options for where to swim and how to be safe in the water on those hot summer days.
MashUp Series - Episode 1: The Best of our Home Visiting Conversations
In this episode we have a compilation of our past discussions of home visiting. Featuring guests like: Tarrah Selland of Northern Valley Catholic Social Service & TAPP Teen SVCS, Denise Hobbs…
Utilizing holidays to promote social emotional development (Valentines Day Edition)
In this episode, Wendy and Heidi give us tips about utilizing holidays like Valentine's day to encourage our children, help them develop emotionally, and strengthen our bond with them.
Quality Counts in the North State! ft. Alexis Duffy
Quality Counts North State uses a systemic approach to assess, improve, and communicate the level of quality in early care and education programs. In this episode, Wendy and Heidi chat with Alexis…
TOP TEN with Wendy & Heidi: Why Literacy?
"🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Introducing the 'Top Ten Series! 🎙️ Join us on this thrilling journey as we dive into impactful conversations with incredible advocates for our NorCal kids. 🌈 Episode 1 kicks…
#ChampionChat - Hiking Humboldt Kids w/ Mary Ann Hansen of F5 Humboldt
In this enlightening episode, Wendy and Heidi engage in an insightful conversation with Mary Ann Hansen, Executive Director of First 5 Humboldt County, and her colleague Jennifer Gonzalez, Community…
#ChampionChat - Perinatal & Post-partum support with Anna Bauer of F5 Butte County
Join us in a heartfelt conversation as we delve into the world of perinatal and postpartum care with the incredible Anna, Executive Director of Butte County First 5. 🤱🌟 Whether you're a parent-to-be,…
Post-Partum Depression Chat with Morgan Vazquez (Part2) #championchat
If you enjoyed part 1, you'll love part 2! Postpartum depression is depression that occurs after having a baby. In this #championchat, Wendy and Heidi chat with Morgan Vasquez - licensed family and…
Post-Partum Depression Chat with Morgan Vazquez (Part1) #championchat
Postpartum depression is depression that occurs after having a baby. In this #championchat, Wendy and Heidi chat with Morgan Vasquez - licensed family and marriage therapist - regarding post-partum…
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