Janet Gifford
Janet Gifford is a Youth Services Librarian with a rich background in creating engaging and educational children's programming, spanning over a decade. Janet's passion for cultivating learning through play has been a driving force throughout her career, leading her to develop a diverse range of age-appropriate activities that ignite young minds and cultivate a deep love for exploration and discovery. Janet believes in the transformative power of play and is committed to fostering an inclusive community where every child feels valued and supported. Central to her philosophy is the belief that play is an integral part of early childhood development. By sharing her knowledge and passion for play, Janet aims to empower families to prioritize quality time together and create lasting memories.
Sydney Ross
Sydney Ross is a wife and mother of 3. Sydney is a stay at home mom, that was born and raised in Louisville, Ky. She is the creator of The Motivated Mama parent support group. She creates content to help parents which can be found on Facebook, TikTok and Podcasts. In her free time, Sydney works with local non profit Play Cousins Collective and she is also on the Ready for K Community Council board. Sydney enjoys spending her days with her children. She is very hands on and creates lots of fun activities and experiences for her children. Sydney’s passion is helping parents in her community find the fun in parenting, so they are able to raise healthy, emotionally regulated children.
