Renate Yarborough Sanders is a retired educator, with over 34 years of experience in early childhood (NK-4) education. Except for two years in a private pre-school setting, her entire career was spent teaching in Title 1 schools, where she was celebrated for her successful classroom management techniques, positive and loving relationships with students, and excellent academic outcomes for all learners. Additionally, Renate served as a member of numerous district-wide curriculum and thought committees and served in grade-level and building-level lead positions. Renate, whose certification as an Early Childhood Educator is still active, continues to engage with her district’s students as a part-time reading teacher, a screener for the Title 1 preschool program, and by offering private tutoring services.  Additionally, since her 2017 retirement, Renate, an experienced genealogist, has increased her availability for speaking engagements and working with clientele in that arena.