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Highscope All staff members at the Children’s Center are trained in the HighScope Approach to learning. Use this website to learn this research based approach to learning. Be sure to read about the Child Observation Record used to track children’s progress and how the curriculum uses Active Learning to support children’s developmental needs.
State Social Services This website offers links to Carefinder, Hoosier Healthwise, resources for finding assistance with child care costs and many other services available through the State of Indiana.
Financial Help The Foundations to the Indiana Academic Standards for Young Children from Birth to Age Five have been developed by individuals with expertise in children ages birth-5. The Foundations are based on the latest national research and findings for all content areas and domains. By outlining specific skills and concepts and giving examples of instructional strategies, these foundations will support teachers, parents, and caregivers as they develop appropriate experiences for young children to help ensure success in kindergarten. You can download documents and watch videos related to the Foundations
Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children The state affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Indiana AEYC’s mission is accomplished by concentrating on offering professional development for those in the early care and education field, assisting in the improvement of program quality, and championing public policy pertinent to young children.
National Association for Early Childhood Founded in 1926, The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is the world's largest organization working on behalf of young children with nearly 80,000 members, a national network of more than 300 state and local Affiliates, and a growing global alliance of like-minded organizations.
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Infant Learning Community Coordinated Child Care increases the quality and accessibility of child care by providing families, early childhood professionals, and the community with developmental opportunities, child care referrals, and support services.
Devereux The mission of the Devereux Early Childhood Initiative (DECI) is to create working partnerships among early childhood educators, mental health professionals, and families to promote young children's social and emotional development, foster resilience, and build the skills for school success.
Memorial Brain Works Please Use the drop down box titled For The Community to view information about Health Works Kids Museum. The website isa great resource to learn about the importance adopting the habits known to foster brain health.
Indiana 211 Partnership, Inc. Need Help? 211 is a simple way to connect people in need wth Human Services available in your local community.
Catholic Charities Catholic Charities USA is the national office for local Catholic Charities agencies and affiliates nationwide. Catholic Charities USA provides strong leadership and support to enhance the work of local agencies in their efforts to reduce poverty, support families, and empower communities. Catholic Charities USA's members provide help and create hope for more than 9 million people of all faiths each year.
Real Services Real Services has the responsibility of planning, developing, implementing and administering a network of services that are of high standards, are known, available and used by older adults and low income households in north central Indiana (Elkhart, Fulton (low-income only), Kosciusko, LaPorte, Marshall and St. Joseph Counties), based on their age and/or economic status.
Head Start Head Start is a federally funded, comprehensive, child development program for eligible children and their family members. Children with special needs may apply. The age cut off date for the 2011-2012 Head Start program year is August 1. Children need to be 3 years old by the August 1st date. Children who are 5 years old and do not meet their Corporation’s Kindergarten cut off date may also apply.
Talaris Institute The Talaris Institute was founded in 2000, with the mission of supporting parents and caregivers in raising socially and emotionally healthy children. In this video, you’ll hear parents and leaders of Talaris and other organizations explain how our work helps parents succeed in this most important of roles.
Child Care Assistance This site is currenly being updated.
The Fred Rodger's Company Resource material for professionals and parents from the creators of "Mr. Rodger's Neighborhood".