A Toledo Day Nursery co-director and Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow shares how relationships, quality care, and advocacy are shaping brighter futures for Ohio’s youngest children and families.

An Early Literacy Specialist Librarian and Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow shares how supporting families, expanding access to early education, and advocating for systems change can help make Ohio the best place to be a young child.

Stacy Corll, owner of Little Loves Learning Center and a Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow, shares how more than 20 years in early childhood education fuels her advocacy for affordable, high-quality child care and stronger support for families and educators across Ohio.

A single father, parent advocate, and Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Family Fellow from Miami County shares how lived experience fuels leadership, advocacy, and policy change for Ohio’s youngest children.

As an Early Childhood Mental Health Coordinator, Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Carrie Taylor works alongside families and educators—and is stepping into advocacy to strengthen child care in Ohio.

Toledo Day Nursery's Director and Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Julia Myers shares her passion for early childhood education and advocating for families, children, and educators.

Meet Monica, a SPARK supervisor whose passion for advocacy and early learning inspires her work supporting families across Cuyahoga County.

Ellen Rhomberg is an educator, Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow, and a new mom who is using her voice to bridge policy and practice—advocating for play, equity, and early learning in Ohio.

Meet Groundwork Ohio Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Katie Back, a case manager dedicated to supporting families and building community.

Meet Early Education Specialist and Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Stephanie Moore, whose advocacy and lived experience drive her to champion children and families across Ohio.

Read more about Groundwork Ohio's Early Childhood Leadership Fellow Emeri Ferguson and how she is working to better the early childhood landscape in Ohio.

Fair pay for Ohio’s early educators means better outcomes for kids. Learn why supporting Senate Bill 177 matters for Ohio’s future. #SenateBill177

Only 37% of Ohio children start kindergarten ready to learn. Early literacy activities can help close the gap and set children up for success.

Universal pre-k strengthens children, families, and communities. Learn why Ohio must invest now—for a future that benefits us all.

Mental health matters from the very start. Learn how Ohio families can recognize early signs and access vital resources to support their children.

Ohio families deserve the right to thrive. Learn how resources and advocacy can help children and parents overcome real-life barriers.

Ohio’s early childhood education system is at a breaking point. Learn how workforce investment can ensure every child—and caregiver—thrives.

Meet the 2026 Fellowship class—Ohio leaders building brighter futures for children through equity, advocacy & collaboration

Groundwork Ohio welcomes 24 new Fellows to its 2026 Early Childhood Fellowship, building advocacy and leadership for Ohio’s youngest kids.

Discover how Groundwork Ohio’s Early Childhood Fellows are using storytelling to advocate for every child’s chance to thrive.