Early Childhood Research and Development Initiative
Enhancing Quality Through Research that Informs Policy Making
What We Do
Research
We design and implement studies to support policymakers in designing high-quality programs for young children.
Post Doctoral Training
We provide funding to support postdoctoral scholars who are interested in early childhood leadership and policy.
Contact Us
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University of Kentucky, College of Education
Educational Leadership Studies
111 Dickey Hall, Lexington, KY 40506-0017
Meet the Researchers
Collaborative ~ Creative ~ Innovative
Partnerships are at the core of what makes the projects and activities the Early Childhood Research and Development Initiative undertakes so rewarding. We’re proud of the commitment of the group of researchers we work with to young children and their families, with each member contributing their unique skills to the research projects we undertake. Together, we’ve planned and executed some of the most innovative and cutting-edge research designs and initiatives. Find out more about the researchers below.
Dr. Beth Rous, Initiative Director
Professor
Educational Leadership Studies
College of Education
University of Kentucky
Jaime Grove, Initiative Co-Director
PI/Director
Kentucky Early Childhood Data System
Human Development Institute
University of Kentucky
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Dr. Haley Bergstrom
Associate Professor
Kinesiology - Health Promotion
College of Education
University of Kentucky
Dr. Kathryn Chapman
Visiting Clinical Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Studies
School of Special Education, School Psychology, and Early Childhood Studies
College of Education
University of Florida
Dr. Dwight Irvin
Assistant Research Professor
Juniper Gardens Children's Project
University of Kansas
Dr. Justin Lane
Associate Professor
Department of Early Childhood, Special Education, & Counselor Education
University of Kentucky
Dr. Ying Luo
Assistant Professor
Computer Information Technology & Graphics
Purdue University Northwest
Dr. Joanne Rojas
Associate Director
Child Care Aware
Human Development Institute
University of Kentucky
Dr. Victoria Sherif
Assistant Professor
College of Applied Studies
Wichita State University