As Chief Programs & Impact Officer, Sonja leads the programs team in developing systems and processes to elevate quality and deepen the impact of early childhood and out-of-school-time programming, community partnerships, family engagement, and mental health. With nearly 20 years of service in early childhood education, Sonja has held a variety of roles working both with and for children and their families. Most recently before joining the Center in 2019, Sonja was the Executive Director, Early Learning and Child Development at One Hope United. Sonja is a graduate of Capella University where she earned a PhD in Education. Sonja also holds a master’s degree in early childhood administration from National Louis University and postgraduate certification in online instruction from Roosevelt University.
