This document summarizes Nicole Mondejar's presentation on building bright futures for children through early childhood programs. The presentation covered: 1) How stress and trauma impact brain development in young children 2) Common signs of stress and trauma in children aged 0-6 3) Best practices for intervention including the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics and Attachment, Self-Regulation and Competencies framework 4) Local resources in Vermont for young children experiencing stress/trauma and their families