Dallas College

Student Experience: LaShonda Y. Brown

“I became interested in the Child Development program because I wanted to increase my knowledge in order to provide a quality preschool experience for young children. The best part of my Dallas College experience was my professor, Nancy Beaver. She was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic about teaching. Dallas College helped my career because I was able to not only become a director of a childcare center but also complete my bachelor’s degree. I would highly recommend that other students attend Dallas College; it was a life-changing experience for me.

” LaShonda Y. Brown earned a Child Development Associate Skills Achievement Award and holds a bachelor’s degree from Dallas Baptist University. As the former executive director of the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children, she worked with various organizations on issues affecting young children, families and professionals. She also previously worked in the Office of Early Childhood Coordination managing the Healthy Child Care Texas Initiative.


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Carol Egusquiza

Giovana Carola Egusquiza

Outreach Specialist Launch Ability
“At Brookhaven, the Child Development professors are so passionate about what they do; they really pay attention to each individual and are very supportive. They not only want us to learn but also to understand what we’re learning — and they care so much!”
Education Courses and Teaching Degrees
Corkey Dossey

Corkey Dossey

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education Residency Student
“I chose to become an educator in the first place to provide a service to our future children to help my community and support society. Serving in the United States military helped me to see that I not only serve my country, but must serve the individuals in my state, community, and city.”
Education Courses and Teaching Degrees
Christine, Benson

Christine LeSueur Benson

Education Specialist II Head Start of Greater Dallas
“I valued the convenience of the weekend and evening classes that Brookhaven offered, which made it possible for me to take the classes I needed. I recommend this program to anyone who has a desire to succeed because they take all the excuses away.”
Education Courses and Teaching Degrees
Charlotte Berry

Charlotte D. Berry

Director of After-School Programs DeSoto Independent School District
“I would recommend Dallas College for lots of reasons, whether someone is a first-time college student or is a working adult preparing for career advancement. There is something offered for everyone, from credit to continuing education classes.”
Education Courses and Teaching Degrees
LaShonda Brown
LaShonda Y. Brown
Manager of Education Outreach Texas School-Ready Program of the University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Education Courses and Teaching Degrees
School of Education
Updated September 4, 2026