Season 4 Episode 5: 'Pursuing Excellence in Early Childhood Education' with Dr. Aimee Fearing

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Parenting Pickup
Season 4 Episode 5: 'Pursuing Excellence in Early Childhood Education' with Dr. Aimee Fearing
Jun 15, 2026 Season 4 Episode 5
New Horizon Academy | Cara Johnson-Bader & Dr. Aimee Fearing

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Meet our new host, Dr. Aimee Fearing, the Vice President of Education and Staff Development at New Horizon Academy.

This episode marks a bittersweet milestone. Cara Johnson-Bader has been a luminary for countless shared stories, hours of expert analysis, and deep connections with our guests and school families. But the meaningful discussions and insightful interviews won't end here. 

Here's what we can look forward to as Cara passes the torch to Dr. Aimee:

  • An emphasis on how early care and education make long-term impacts and the reverberations families may see in the K-12 years
  • A deeper understanding of the role tech may play in affecting our children's ability to develop healthy emotional regulation
  • A look into the importance of facilitating environments for imaginative play
  • A celebratory attitude and approach directed towards all caretakers 

Thank you for joining us on this learning journey. You won't want to miss what's next. 


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