{"id":5330,"date":"2022-01-10T09:51:06","date_gmt":"2022-01-10T09:51:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ec2-52-14-78-51.us-east-2.compute.amazonaws.com\/?post_type=first-things&p=5330"},"modified":"2023-01-04T16:12:04","modified_gmt":"2023-01-04T16:12:04","slug":"parents-voice-young-kids-serve-ftf-regional-council","status":"publish","type":"first-things","link":"https:\/\/www.ftf-stg.magnetry.com\/es\/first-things\/parents-voice-young-kids-serve-ftf-regional-council\/","title":{"rendered":"Parents: Be a voice for young kids and families in your Arizona community"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you looking for a way to make a difference in the lives of young children and families in your community?<\/p>\n

First Things First has openings for parents of young children and other volunteers to serve<\/a> on FTF regional partnership councils across Arizona.<\/p>\n

FTF regional councils are responsible for recommending how funds are invested in local early childhood programs and services. They also work together with community partners to help support the healthy development and learning of young children from birth to age 5.<\/p>\n

Each regional council is made up of community volunteers, including parents of young children, healthcare professionals, faith, business and tribal representatives and community leaders.<\/p>\n

Applicants must live or work in the FTF region<\/a> to which they are applying.<\/p>\n

\u201cYour voice is needed and wanted.\u201d<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Each regional council makes decisions based on the specific needs of young children and families in their community. Parents provide vital input.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m not an expert on early childhood. But as the parent of two young girls, I\u2019ve lived<\/em> early childhood,\u201d said Rebecca Serratos, formerly the parent representative on the FTF Yavapai<\/a> Regional Partnership Council. \u201cParents are boots on the ground, seeing and hearing firsthand what families are going through in real time.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"\"\u201cMy role as a parent is unique,\u201d said Alexandra Oropeza, who serves on the FTF Southwest Maricopa<\/a> Regional Partnership Council while “actively raising a 4-year-old and navigating an ever-changing world\u201d for families.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving a parent on the council is a great balance of current lived experience with the other seats on the council.\u201d<\/p>\n

The council relies on that perspective.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was a little intimidated when I first joined the council,\u201d Rebecca said. \u201cBut the other members help you get over that pretty quickly. They say, \u2018We really need to know what you think.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

Mitzie Warner, parent representative on the FTF East Maricopa<\/a> Regional Partnership Council, agrees.<\/p>\n

\u201cParent perspective is critical when it comes to making sure your community has the early childhood education resources it needs to thrive. Your voice is needed and wanted.\u201d<\/p>\n

Want More Information?<\/p>\n

Learn more and apply to serve on a First Things First regional partnership council.<\/p>\n

Go to FirstThingsFirst.org\/serve<\/p>\n

\u201cAn opportunity to make real change, especially toward equity.\u201d<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Many First Things First regional council members have similar reasons for applying to serve \u2014 to help more children have the chance for a good start in life.<\/p>\n

\u201cI saw it as an opportunity to make real change, especially toward equity. To expand opportunities for kiddos in our area,\u201d Rebecca said. \u201cI hated that my girls were able to get into a high-quality preschool, and experience that kind of early education, when other kids didn\u2019t have a shot at that. That bugged me. So I saw this [serving on the regional council] as a chance to work towards changing some of that.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mitzie was motivated by her experience as a parent, too.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

\u201cMy son was born extremely premature and barely survived. From the start, we had a group of early intervention therapists and educators who helped my child reach his milestones. My experience taught me that a child’s experience directly affects how the brain develops and the long-term impact on learning and health. And I’m happy to say today my son is in kindergarten and thriving!\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cMaybe I could do this…\u201d<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You don’t have to be an expert in early childhood to serve on an FTF regional partnership council. All you need is dedication, energy and passion for helping young children and families in your community. And some time \u2014 about 10 hours per month.<\/p>\n

That might sound like a lot to parents of young children, but your time and energy will be put to good use.<\/p>\n

\u201cBeing a parent\/caregiver to a young child is very overwhelming,\u201d Mitzie said. \u201cI think a lot of parents are in survival mode.\u201d<\/p>\n

But she still encourages parents to apply.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s challenging, rewarding and fun,\u201d Mitzie said. \u201cDo it! Our children deserve the investment. Plus, becoming a regional council member is an honor.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"\"Rebecca Serratos adds that simply asking potential candidates to apply can be an important first step in encouraging someone to get involved.<\/p>\n

\u201cParents with young kids are crazy busy, and this is a rough time, especially if you have multiple kiddos. But when someone asks you to consider it, you might think, \u2018Maybe I could do this.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

“People who want to make a difference should apply.”<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Alexandra Oropeza recognizes both the challenges and the rewards of this volunteer position.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is challenging at times, because although we are doing great work, there is still a huge need in the community, which can be disheartening,” she said. “But I love being on the council and serving with others who are also passionate about early childhood and the success of our families. People who want to make a difference should apply.\u201d<\/p>\n

So if you or someone you know might be interested in learning more or applying to serve on a First Things First regional partnership council, please visit FirstThingsFirst.org\/serve<\/strong><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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