I was saddened to learn last week of an incident where a child was restrained by a teacher in a local child care center. The proper authorities are involved and an investigation is underway. 4C has been informed of and involved in various responses to this incident. It is central to 4C’s mission to support [...]
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I love being a professional in the field of Early Childhood Education. One of the best things about my position at 4C for Children is that I always have the opportunity to learn. There are conferences and newsletters, blogs and instructors with knowledge to share. I truly enjoy the chance to sit down and listen [...]
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Every few months I get together with a great group of girlfriends who have been through it all together – from first jobs and first dates to babies’ first steps and first days of school. Some of us have known each other since the preschool sandbox. One thing is for certain, we have supported each [...]
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When I first started as a director in an early childhood program, let’s just say I was in over my head. I was fortunate enough to have predecessors who were only a phone call away and able to throw me a life vest now and then. Even so, it seemed like the life vest would [...]
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As I head into a weekend of celebrations with family and friends (and football), I want to give thanks for some of the things that have made a mark on me professionally this year. I am thankful for…….the dedication of hardworking early childhood professionals in this region. … the creativity and new thinking that are valued [...]
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