Kangaroo Kids Child Care and
Learning Center teachers attended a statewide conference on Early Childhood
Education to learn the latest curriculum, research based knowledge on child
development and classroom management tools.
The return back to school with new ideas and techniques to enhance
children’s learning opportunities.
The focus of this year’s conference
was on STEM, preparing children for the future. STEM stands for Science,
Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. This educational focus has become a
top priority across all sectors of our society. In January 2010, President
Obama released $250 million to support the “Educate to Innovate” Campaign to
support STEM education. Educators, in public-private partnerships with
corporations, foundations and collaboration with the U.S. Department of
Education’s Race to the Top Fund were asked to prioritize programs that offer
rigorous courses and to help prepare students for careers in STEM fields.
NAEYC is the world’s largest
organization working on behalf of young children. There are nearly 100,000 members worldwide.
They advocate for children and provide educational programs throughout the
country. The upcoming year’s theme is “Celebrating Our Youngest Learners.” The National Association for the Education of
Young Children conducts an accreditation program where only very high quality
programs can earn their torch of excellence.
Kangaroo Kids is one of the few accredited centers in the area and
according to NAEYC, “high quality programs provide a safe and nurturing
environment while promoting the development of young children.”
For more information about Kangaroo
Kids or workshops they conduct call 908-231-7800 or visit their website at www.kangarookidschildcare.com
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