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Action Council Members

• Corey Love-Jones, Children's Home and Aid, Assistant: Constance Spendal

• Courtney Paulson, Wonder Joy Academy, Assistant Director

• Dr. Joy Bauman, Belvidere School District 100, Early Childhood Program Director

• Hillary Cook-Harris, Rockford Public Schools #205, Early Childhood Curriculum Coordinator

• Isabel Cano, Rock Valley College, ECEC Program Coordinator

• James Petersen, Rockford Day Nursery, Executive Director

• Jonelle Insko, Stepping Stones Child's Center, Director

• Karen Ceballos, Boone County Maternal and Child Health, Maternal Health Coordinator

• Larissa Currier-Brown, Alignment Rockford, Ready to Learn Project Manager

• Lynn Momberger, Family Counseling Services, Executive Director

• Mary Kelley, Youth Services Network, Infant and Child Mental Health Care Resource and Referral

• Mikala Books, Birthkeeper & Beyond, Birthkeeper & Doula

• Peter Kang, Child Advocate, Parent/Family Member Representative

• Shannon Scheffel, Harlem Community Center, Executive Director

• Viktoria Martinez, Child Advocate, Parent/Family Member Representative

Family Council Members

• Bibbiana Ventura, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Catherine Richards, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Emily Burke, Belvidere (Winnebago County)

• Farrah Tyus, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Gerri F Hood, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Jamie Ducksworth, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Latrese Luton, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Megan Schulz, Machesney Park (Winnebago County)

• Monica Lozano, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Rachel Johnson, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Starkeshia Rogers, Rockford (Winnebago County)

Livia Bane

Livia Bane (she/her) is the Regional Council Manager for Region 4. She has worked in the Early Childhood field for over 20 years. Her professional journey has allowed her to work directly with children, parents, and organizations that support and advocate for the Early Childhood field. 

Livia holds a bachelor’s degree in Child Development, a master’s degree in Public Administration, and a certificate in Nonprofit Leadership. Livia is the mother of three (one set of twins) and in her free time loves to be active in sports and volunteer for causes that are near and dear to her heart.

Kelly McNeal

Kelly McNeal (she/her) is the Family & Community Engagement Specialist for Region 4. She has been in the human services field for over 10 years, five years of which were focused on Early Childhood. Kelly is an advocate for family and community engagement, working with a wide range of families, community partners, and stakeholders in her county.  

Kelly has a bachelor’s degree in Human Service from Judson University. She holds certifications as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Specialist, Partner Abuse Intervention Professional, and has an Advanced Certificate in Criminal Justice. Born and raised in Rockford, Illinois, Kelly believes in creating positive and equitable pathways for the individuals and families she serves. In her free time, she enjoys cooking for her family and relaxing on the patio at home.  

Jennifer Miller

Jennifer Miller (she/her) is the Region 4 Administrative Support. Jennifer brings a wide range of experience, having worked in Office Management, Human Resources, Customer Service, and Inside Sales. She is passionate, purpose-minded, organizationally focused, excellence driven, and shines in staff/customer engagement. Jennifer loves meeting new people, enjoys building relationships, and is excited to be working with an organization that focuses on families and children in her community.

Jennifer was born and raised in Rockford, Illinois, and is quite fond of the many local restaurants, shops, and events it has to offer. When not working, you can find Jennifer making new memories spending time with family and friends, cooking, shopping, and traveling to new as well as favorite destinations.

Enlaces

• Cobertura de prensa de la Región 4 (inglés)

• Región 4: Grupo de Facebook (inglés)

• Notas de las últimas reuniones del Comité (inglés)

• Ver Informe de Datos Regionales (IECAM) (inglés)

• Preguntas Frecuentes

Miembros del Comité de Acción

• Corey Love-Jones, Children's Home and Aid, Assistant: Constance Spendal

• Courtney Paulson, Wonder Joy Academy, Assistant Director

• Dr. Joy Bauman, Belvidere School District 100, Early Childhood Program Director

• Hillary Cook-Harris, Rockford Public Schools #205, Early Childhood Curriculum Coordinator

• Isabel Cano, Rock Valley College, ECEC Program Coordinator

• James Petersen, Rockford Day Nursery, Executive Director

• Jonelle Insko, Stepping Stones Child's Center, Director

• Karen Ceballos, Boone County Maternal and Child Health, Maternal Health Coordinator

• Larissa Currier-Brown, Alignment Rockford, Ready to Learn Project Manager

• Lynn Momberger, Family Counseling Services, Executive Director

• Mary Kelley, Youth Services Network, Infant and Child Mental Health Care Resource and Referral

• Mikala Books, Birthkeeper & Beyond, Birthkeeper & Doula

• Peter Kang, Child Advocate, Parent/Family Member Representative

• Shannon Scheffel, Harlem Community Center, Executive Director

• Viktoria Martinez, Child Advocate, Parent/Family Member Representative

Miembros del Comité Familiar

• Bibbiana Ventura, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Catherine Richards, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Emily Burke, Belvidere (Winnebago County)

• Farrah Tyus, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Gerri F Hood, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Jamie Ducksworth, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Latrese Luton, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Megan Schulz, Machesney Park (Winnebago County)

• Monica Lozano, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Rachel Johnson, Rockford (Winnebago County)

• Starkeshia Rogers, Rockford (Winnebago County)

Livia Bane

Livia Bane (ella/la) es la Gerente Regional del Comité para la Región 4. Ha trabajado en el campo de la primera infancia durante más de 20 años. Su trayectoria profesional le ha permitido trabajar directamente con niños, padres y organizaciones que apoyan y defienden el campo de la primera infancia. 

Livia tiene una licenciatura en desarrollo infantil, una maestría en administración pública y un certificado en liderazgo sin fines de lucro.  Livia es madre de tres (un par de mellizos) y en su tiempo libre le encanta participar en deportes y ser voluntaria en causas que le son cercanas y estimadas.

Kelly McNeal

Kelly McNeal (ella/la) es la Especialista en Participación Familiar y Comunitaria de la Región 4. Ha estado en el campo de los servicios humanos durante más de 10 años, cinco de los cuales se centraron en la primera infancia. Kelly es una defensora de la participación familiar y comunitaria, y trabaja con una amplia gama de familias, socios comunitarios y partes interesadas en su condado.

Kelly tiene una licenciatura en Servicios Humanos de la Universidad de Judson. Tiene certificaciones como Especialista Calificada en Discapacidad Intelectual, Profesional de Intervención en Abuso de Pareja y tiene un Certificado Avanzado en Justicia Criminal. Nacida y criada en Rockford, Illinois, Kelly cree en la creación de caminos positivos y equitativos para las personas y familias a las que sirve. En su tiempo libre, le gusta cocinar para su familia y relajarse en el patio de su casa. 

Jennifer Miller

Jennifer Miller (ella/la) es la encargada de Asistente Administrativo de la Región 4. La trayectoria de Jennifer abarca una amplia experiencia en áreas como gestión de oficinas, recursos humanos, atención al cliente y ventas internas. Es apasionada, orientada a objetivos, organizada, comprometida con la excelencia y se destaca por su habilidad para conectar con el personal y los clientes. A Jennifer le encanta conocer gente nueva y construir vínculos, y le entusiasma formar parte de una organización dedicada a apoyar a las familias y niños de su comunidad.

Jennifer nació y creció en Rockford, Illinois, y disfruta mucho de la gran variedad de restaurantes, tiendas y eventos que ofrece la ciudad. En sus ratos libres, pasa tiempo con su familia y amigos, cocina, va de compras, y viaja a sus destinos favoritos o a lugares nuevos.