Champions for Children
Lisa Elliott has a diverse background in early childhood education and program management, currently serving as Program Manager at Champions for Children since November 2015. In addition to this role, Lisa has also held positions as Lead Child Development Specialist, Developmental Playgroup Coordinator, and Certified PAT Educator within the same organization. Prior experience includes working as a Primary Lead Teacher at Country Day School from 2008 to 2013. Lisa holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services from Eckerd College, an AMS Montessori 3-6 Early Childhood Credential from New Gate Center for Montessori Studies, and an Associate of Arts in Advertising Design from The Art Institutes.
Champions for Children
Champions for Children builds stronger families in the Tampa Bay region through our child abuse prevention and family education programs. At Champions for Children, we believe... Every child deserves to feel safe at home and be successful in life. Families need accessible tools and programs to make family life the best it can be. Parents and caregivers want to nurture and bond with their babies, toddlers, and older children in healthy and productive ways. That's why our programs are designed to create positive adult-child attachments that protect against abuse and neglect. When children develop to their highest potential, the community benefits from better economic, civic, and health outcomes.