Education, Research & Impact

Our Education, Research & Impact Team, led by Dr. Tia Kim, consists of a team of research scientists, research assistants, and product engagement specialists who build on Committee for Children’s extensive experience in the field of social-emotional learning to develop and continuously improve our programs and products.​

Our researchers translate recent research from the field and the current challenges and needs of classrooms into practical application to ensure every program and product we create promotes the social-emotional development, safety, and well-being of children. The team is deeply invested in the continuous improvement of our programs and uses research as an aid to these efforts. The Committee for Children research advisory group also provides consultation and guidance to our staff.​

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Tia Kim.

Tia Kim, PhD

Vice President of Education, Research & Impact

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Karen Thierry, PhD

Research Manager

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Jane Choi, PhD

Senior Research Scientist

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Cailin Currie, PhD

Senior Research Scientist

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Yangyang Liu, PhD

Senior Research Scientist

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Pooja Rajanbabu

Pooja Rajanbabu

Research Associate

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Sonny Lim

Research Assistant

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Haleigh Randall

Research Assistant

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Carrie Thomas

Carrie Thomas, MBA

Senior Product Engagement Manager

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Ailsa Kiemle

Senior Product Engagement Specialist

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Research Advisory Group