Arkeisha Thomas was hired in January 2015 with Child Development Resources at The University of Alabama as the Project LAUNCH Specialist. Arkeisha is responsible for local coordination of Help Me Grow and Reach Out and Read in Tuscaloosa County. She graduated from The University of Alabama with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies. Arkeisha has 14 years of experience working with children and families in several different capacities, including classroom teacher, case management, home visitation, Fatherhood Initiative, and career development. Arkeisha is really excited to be a part of the team and to contribute to the impact that Help Me Grow has on the children of Alabama.