Welcome to QEES at HCC!
Quality Early Education System
The Quality Early Education System (QEES) is generously funded by The Children’s Board of Hillsborough County in partnership with Hillsborough Community College. Program funding supports QEES in offering essential services to early childhood educators, students and families.
Funded by The Children's Board of Hillsborough County, in partnership with CALM, ELM & HCC
Business Management & Operations
This program provides support and services focused on organizational and operational management to all licensed childcare facilities and family child care homes in Hillsborough County. Services include Program Administration Assessment, Mentoring and Support, Professional Development and an 8-week intensive course.
Pathways
Pathways offers continuing education, professional development, and on-site coaching on the foundations of early childhood education. Pathways is designed to assist providers with the effective implementation of quality, developmentally appropriate, early education programming. Coaches support center directors, owners, and personnel in selecting and using educational materials and curriculum.
Tammy Currier
With an impressive 33 years of experience in early childhood education, Tammy Currier is a true veteran in the field, bringing a wealth of knowledge and passion to her role. For the past year and a half, she has been the dedicated director of Plant City Early Learning Academy. Tammy's commitment to growth extends beyond her leadership; she has also been diligently working towards her bachelor's degree in early childhood education, which she'll be completing soon.