STAFF
Dr. Bisa Batten Lewis
President
Education
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Doctor of Education, Adult Education & Community College Leadership, University of Georgia
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Master of Education, Adult Education, University of Georgia
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Master of Education, Early Childhood Education, Albany State University
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Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education, Albany State University
Career Highlights
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Administration
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Non-profit Boards, 25 years
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Director of Instruction/Dean, Early Care & Education & Academic Programs, 4 years
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Center Director, Lab Schools, Georgia’s Pre-K, Head Start, 12 years
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Teaching & Training
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College/University, Early Childhood Education Faculty, 21 years
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Child Development Associate (CDA), Trainer, Professional Development Specialist/Advisor, 15 years
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Early/Head Start, National Head Start Association Professional Development Consultant, 7 years
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High School Career & Technical Education (CTE), ECE Instructor & District Pathway Lead, 3 years
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Elementary, First Grade Teacher, 6 years
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Published Author
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Books, WINGS Curriculum, children’s books, college textbooks and chapters, 24 years
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Articles, Peer-reviewed journals, articles, 20 years
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Bridgett Hitchings
Program Manager
Education
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Bachelor of Science, Biology, Xavier University of Louisiana
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Master of Education, Administration & Supervision, National Louis University
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Master of Social Work, Community Partnerships, Georgia State University
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Graduate Certificate, Nonprofit Management & Social Enterprise, Georgia State University
Experience Highlights
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15+ year Educator & Leader (Teacher, Dean, Principal)
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10+ years Trainer, Facilitator & Coach (Effective Teaching Strategies,
Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Social Emotional Learning, etc.)
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Certified Nonprofit Professional
Other Skills/Interests:
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Data Analysis & Program Evaluation;
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Family Engagement & Leadership;
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Culturally Relevant & Trauma Informed Teaching & Leadership
Education
•Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Tulane University of Louisiana
Experience Highlights
•15+ years Business/Project Management
•10+ years Public Speaker
•Other Skills/Interests: Social Media Strategist; Event Coordinator