LONDONDERRY, NH, Nov. 3, 2026 — Easterseals NH has announced the appointments of Dr. Lisa Ranfos, Ed.D., as senior director and Erica Allen, MS, as associate director of its new Technology Hill Early Learning Center, scheduled to open at The Village on Technology Hill in Londonderry in January 2027.

The purpose-built center will provide early childhood education and childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, offering a play-based learning environment designed to support children's development and foster strong partnerships with families.

Ranfos and Allen will help establish the center's programs and day-to-day operations, laying the groundwork for high-quality early learning and family engagement.

Ranfos has dedicated the past 25 years of her career to early childhood education and teacher development. Most recently, she served as executive director of the Child Study and Development Center at the University of New Hampshire in Durham. Her work has focused on creating high-quality learning environments where children thrive, families feel connected, and educators grow. She holds a Doctorate of Education from Plymouth State University.

With more than 20 years of experience in the field, Allen’s approach to early learning emphasizes play, exploration, and real-life experiences that allow children to learn and develop at their own pace. She holds a bachelor's degree in early childhood education from Plymouth State University and a master's degree in applied behavior analysis from Bay Path University.

“As we prepare to open Technology Hill Early Learning Center, bringing together experienced professionals who share our commitment to helping children learn and thrive is essential,” said Maureen Beauregard, President & CEO of Easterseals NH & VT. “Lisa and Erica bring valuable experience and a shared understanding of how a nurturing, play-based learning environment can support children's development and build strong relationships with families. We're excited to have them guiding this important new program.”

Families who sign up for the center by Friday, November 13, 2026, will be eligible for free extended care for one year, providing greater flexibility for early drop-off and late pick-up. The offer extends the care day by up to two hours, from the standard schedule of 8 a.m.-5 p.m. to 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

To learn more about the center’s philosophy or to sign up, visit earlylearningcenternh.org, call 603-802-4329, or email earlychildhood@eastersealsnh.org.

About Technology Hill Early Learning Center

Technology Hill Early Learning Center by Easterseals NH, located at the Village on Technology Hill in Londonderry, builds on Easterseals NH’s decades of experience providing high-quality early learning and care, including programs accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The center provides care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years in a supportive, nurturing environment. It uses evidence-based early childhood development practices and intentional, play-based learning experiences designed to support children’s social-emotional, communication, and overall developmental skills. Families are active partners in their children’s experience, with extended hours and a parent app that helps them stay connected throughout the day. The center also supports educators through professional development, dedicated planning time, and a collaborative team environment.

For more information, visit earlylearningcenternh.org or follow Technology Hill Early Learning Center @earlylearningcenternh on Facebook.

About Easterseals New Hampshire

Since 1936, Easterseals New Hampshire has provided exceptional services to ensure that all people with varied abilities and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities. A leader in social services for individuals with disabilities and those underserved by traditional programs, Easterseals NH provides essential services and supports to approximately 14,500 children, adults, seniors, and Veterans annually. Their programs cover areas like early intervention, autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health, housing, and substance use disorders. Easterseals NH is a community of care for all ages, for all abilities, for life.

For more information, visit eastersealsnh.org or follow them @EastersealsNH on Facebook.

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