About The Collaborative
Our Vision:
The Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative Steering Committee aims to close the gap in available, quality childcare, paving the way for the region and its businesses to grow by retaining and attracting talent.
Why is this a problem?
Nebraskans are leaving the workforce over an inability to access childcare. 40% of parents noted that lack of quality childcare caused them to miss work, be tardy, or be distracted at work in the last twelve months.
What we propose:
A cooperative early childhood center model where businesses unite to meet a common goal: Providing a quality childcare solution for their employees and the community.
Our Executive Team
Tammy Day
Chairwoman & Founder
Daycos
Dr. Leah Barrett
Vice Chairwoman
Northeast Community College
Beth Shashikant
Project Manager
Norfolk Area Childcare Collaborative
Ashley Cook
Treasurer
Elkhorn Valley Bank
Steering Committee Subcommittees
Business Operations
& Finance
Committee Lead:
Dr. Leah Barrett
Northeast Community College
Fundraising &
Public Relations
Committee Lead:
Jessica Walker
Flood Communications
Facility Exploration
& Implementation
Committee Lead:
Tami Pick
Daycos
Early Childhood
Education
Committee Lead:
Kelsey Schnoor
St. John Early Learning Center - Battle Creek