Michelle Donley

Michelle L. Donley (M.S.Ed.) directs the University of Dayton's demonstration school within the Bombeck Family Learning Center. After teaching infants, toddlers and preschoolers both at the Bombeck Center and Head Start for 20 more than years, Ms. Donley earned her masters of science in education in early childhood leadership and advocacy from UD. She has directed the Bombeck Center for four years and has guided the program through NAEYC accreditation twice, during which time she has maintained...See more

Michelle L. Donley (M.S.Ed.) directs the University of Dayton's demonstration school within the Bombeck Family Learning Center. After teaching infants, toddlers and preschoolers both at the Bombeck Center and Head Start for 20 more than years, Ms. Donley earned her masters of science in education in early childhood leadership and advocacy from UD. She has directed the Bombeck Center for four years and has guided the program through NAEYC accreditation twice, during which time she has maintained the highest rating in the state's quality improvement and rating system. Ms. Donley believes in advocating for change in the profession for increased investments, and she understands the need to improve the early childhood education system for children, families and practitioners. She is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the National Coalition for Campus Children's Centers. As a director, she continually strives to evolve her leadership and management skills. Her passion for the field is grounded in research, reflection and ensuring sustained continuous improvement by empowering each program team member to find their true potential. See less