Family Engagement.
Our aim is to empower families by providing the tools needed to enrich and extend their children's learning, while fostering skills in evidence-based practices that support developmental milestones. Achieving this goal involves a multi-faceted approach to engagement, including:
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Convenient Conferences: Conducting family-teacher conferences twice a year for comprehensive progress discussions.
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Open Door Access: Welcoming families throughout the day with an open-door policy to actively participate in their child's learning.
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Collaborative Committees: Establishing parent advisory committees to provide input on program development.
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Interactive Sessions: Hosting sessions like "Doughnuts With The Director" for Q&A with program administrators.
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Multilingual Classes: Offering family education classes in various languages to address diverse needs.
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Skill-Building Events: Organizing literacy, math nights, and inviting community services for skill-building at home.
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Parent Education Topics:
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Brain Development: Understanding cognitive growth stages for optimal support.
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Effective Communication: Strategies for impactful communication between parents and educators.
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Healthy Habits: Encouraging nutritious eating habits for the whole family.
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Behavioral Challenges: Addressing challenges like biting and toileting with practical solutions.
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Routine Setting: Creating stable routines and setting limits for positive behavior.
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Parenting Styles: Understanding and navigating diverse parenting styles.
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Learning Styles: Identifying and catering to various learning styles in children.
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Tantrums and Twos: Navigating the challenging phase of tantrums.
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Stress Management: Coping with daily stress and maintaining healthy parent-child relationships.
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Literacy and Numeracy: Fostering literacy, oral language development, and numeracy in everyday life.
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Family Rituals: Recognizing the importance of family rituals for a connected family unit.
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Through this comprehensive family engagement program, we aim to create a supportive and collaborative community where families play a vital role in their children's educational journey.