Did You Know?

Research shows that a child's brain develops most dramatically during the early years of life.

By kindergarten entry, many children are so far behind that they may never catch up.

Children who are not reading proficiently at third grade are four times more likely not to graduate high school.

Our Staff

Our team brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, innovation and

an entrepreneurial spirit to our organization.

Lisa Howard

Lisa Howard

President & CEO

lhoward@smartbeginningsshr.org

Elizabeth Williams

Elizabeth Williams

Vice President

ewilliams@smartbeginningsshr.org

Andrea Adkins

Andrea Banaag

Grants and Program Manager

abanaag@smartbeginningsshr.org