Helping Children Become Successful Learners - Bisa Lewis
Posted by myideas1 on April 18th, 2009
Bisa Batten Lewis is the Founder and CEO of Ideal Consultants, which is a service company devoted to providing quality technical assistance and professional development for early education practitioners.
With high adoration for children, Lewis dedicates much of her time to designing youth programs and writing children’s books. Her latest book, Let’s Potty, was released at the NAEYC Annual Conference in Atlanta in November 2006. She has published a number of articles, chapters in college-level textbooks, newsletters and more.
Lewis earned the Bachelor of Science and Master of Education Degrees in Early Childhood Education at Albany State University and is currently pursuing the Doctor of Education Degree in Adult Education at the University of Georgia in Athens. She serves on numerous state and local early learning boards, leadership councils, and committees.
Prior to becoming a full-time business owner, Lewis was the Director of Instruction at Albany Technical College where she supervised the Early Childhood Care and Education Division and Academic Programs. In addition to serving as an instructional dean, Bisa directed the child development demonstration centers leading the main campus program to Georgia Standards of Care Center of Distinction and national accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Lewis’ classroom experience ranges from paraprofessional to university Instructor. In the Department of Teacher Education at Albany State University, she supervised student teachers and served as Project Director for its four professional development schools and two child development centers.
As a Get Ready to Read Training Manager for Smart Start Georgia and Ready to Learn Consultant for Georgia Public Broadcasting/PBS Kids, Lewis partners with community organizations in Southwest Georgia to offer complimentary workshops to parents, teachers and childcare providers on how to help children and their families get the most from appropriate use of educational tools and programming, while maximizing literacy-learning opportunities in preparation for school-readiness.
With high adoration for children, Lewis dedicates much of her time to presenting child development workshops to enlighten the minds of parents and educators in hopes that all children will have sufficient opportunities to learn.
Listen as she shares with us how you can help your child become a successful learner.
April 18th, 2009 at 8:54 pm
What a talented and giving individual. Great that she is in your network.
April 20th, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Go, Bisa!!! Your talent, your compassion, your expertise, and your overall giving nature make you an asset to Early Childhood Professionals. You have really set the bar and have given us a great reputation. We love you!!!!
April 20th, 2009 at 8:33 pm
Bisa,I listened to your online interview and I must say that it’s very interesting and educational. I must also say that you are an inspiration and role model to all current and future Educators.
April 20th, 2009 at 11:01 pm
Bisa, you go girl!! You are such a well-spoken and very inspiring young lady… I learned a great deal from listening to your interview. I wish you continued great success in all your endeavors. God bless you for what you do for our children. You are a strong voice for our young children. I am proud to know you. See you soon in Columbus.
April 21st, 2009 at 8:29 am
WAY TO GO, BISA!!!! I am so glad to know you. You continue to push early care and learning to higher levels. Thanks for all you do!!!
April 21st, 2009 at 9:58 am
Bisa, Thank you so much for all the work you do on behalf of children in Georgia.
April 21st, 2009 at 11:26 am
GIRL I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!! I admire what you are doing with all your accomplishments. You have really inspired me in so may ways you will never know. Hold On Girl you got it going on. Love Gloria
April 21st, 2009 at 11:39 am
Bisa, congratulations on your success working with our youth in Georgia. You represent Albany State University very well and we are so very proud of you. You are indeed POTENTIAL. REALIZED. Hope you will return to campus as a guest speaker soon.
April 21st, 2009 at 11:45 am
Bisa, What a great interview. Thank you for mentioning Quality Care for Children. We are glad you are in our communities serving families and children.
April 21st, 2009 at 4:00 pm
Awesome Interview! Thank You for sharing such valuable information.
April 21st, 2009 at 8:07 pm
Hey Bisa, awesome interview. Thanks for wanting parents to want the best for our children.
Thanks, Katrina
April 22nd, 2009 at 9:39 am
Bisa, Having a 15 month old this interview provided a wealth of informtion for our family. You are so talented and a true asset to everyone whose life you have touched especially mine. Thank you!!
April 24th, 2009 at 9:37 pm
Bisa, great interview!!! We are very proud of you!!
May 6th, 2009 at 10:53 am
Hello Bisa: Thanks! This is an excellent interview!! It is filled with great information that Angela and I have already started using with our 21 month-old daughter Nia. Congratulations on all of your accomplishments. I wish you continued success! Thanks, again, for freely sharing such great knowledge. Go Rams!!! Best, Mark