The outdoors is such a wonderful classroom for children. Children love playing outside, and there are so many great opportunities for learning! When you take the learning outdoors, children can learn through exploration. These explorations build valuable skills such as observation, experimentation, and sorting, while allowing for both individual experiences and group sharing. Try doing […]
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RI Pre-K is accepting applications from families with four-year old children living in eligible communities. To be eligible to attend, children must be 4 years old by 9/1/2023 and be residents of one of the identified RI Pre-K communities. Apply to the Lottery Dr. Day Care has two RI State Pre-K classrooms: Dr. Day […]
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Congratulations to our Employee of the Season: Miranda Rivera Shout out to Miranda– our Employee of the Season! Miranda is the Administrator of Kids Klub at Globe Elementary School. Miranda has been part of the team since 2022. Congratulations Miranda! Some feedback from coworkers includes: “Miranda is a team player. From planning and implementing hands-on […]
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Every year we honor employees who go above and beyond with Team Member of the Year awards. This year, the founder Dr. Mary Ann Shallcross Smith and CEOO Amy Vogel presented the awards. Congratulations to our 2022 award recipients! Amanda Stave (Dr. Day Care North Providence): Team Member of the Year Gail Ranieri (Therapeutic Child […]
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I have three foster children and the oldest one often has temper tantrums. How can I deal with these in a way that is best for the child but also allows me to keep my sanity? – Tired in Cranston, RI Dear Tired, Temper tantrums could begin before a year old peaking at different […]
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From the Valley Breeze: Newly selected school board member Vogel looks forward to learning, serving By ETHAN SHOREY Valley Breeze Editor ethan@valleybreeze.com CUMBERLAND – The Cumberland Town Council last week chose Amy Vogel to fill the vacant spot on the School Committee, a position she told The Breeze she relishes embracing as she learns on the job […]
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