Sunbeam Family Services

#HeadStart is an effective investment that helps prepare all children, regardless of their circumstances at birth, for success in school. #HeadStartAwareness

🌟 We are thrilled to announce that Sunbeam has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the OG&E Foundation to enhance STEAM Family and Community Engagement at our Early Education Centers! 🌟 For our babies and toddlers, exploring STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) is crucial for building lifelong skills. These early activities foster curiosity, persistence, communication, problem-solving, and flexible thinking. This generous grant from OG&E supports early learning and helps close the opportunity gap for young children at Sunbeam’s early education centers. Thank you, OG&E Foundation! 🙌

Thank you, LSB Industries, for choosing Sunbeam for United Way of Central Oklahoma's Day of Caring! 🌟 We loved giving you a tour of our facilities and appreciated your time volunteering as Classroom Buddies at Educare Oklahoma City and Pierce Early Education Center. Your support of United Way and Sunbeam makes a difference! 🙌 #DayOfCaring #CommunitySupport #SunbeamFamilyServices

At Sunbeam, we are proud to offer a variety of resources and support for our foster families. One of these resources includes Mental Health Consultation Support. But what exactly is Mental Health Consultation? 🤔 In this video, our Clinical Director Emma explains the process. Learn more about foster care at https://buff.ly/3ToAer1

🌟 We are so thankful for our partnership with Positive Tomorrows! 🌟 We’re thrilled to be opening a second classroom at Positive Tomorrows, giving more children access to high-quality early childhood education. Thank you, Positive Tomorrows, for building brighter futures with all children and families!

Indigenous Peoples' Day holds profound significance in Oklahoma, a state deeply intertwined with Native American history and culture. Home to 39 federally recognized tribes, Oklahoma's landscape and identity have been shaped by the resilience and contributions of its Indigenous peoples. Celebrating Indigenous Peoples' Day honors the rich traditions, cultures and histories of these tribes, while also recognizing the injustices they have faced, such as forced relocation and cultural erasure. For the Oklahoma Center for Nonprofits, this day serves as an opportunity to uplift Native voices, promote social justice and advocate for the inclusion and empowerment of Indigenous communities within the nonprofit sector and beyond. Wilma Mankiller (1945-2010) was a Native American activist, community organizer, and social worker. She made history as the first woman elected as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. In 1985, she served in the federal administration of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, where she led the Cherokee government in establishing new health clinics, early and adult education programs, and more. After her political career, she continued advocating for women’s health, tribal sovereignty, and cancer awareness. In 1998, she was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

✨ Our Beamers inspire us every day. We are better together, and we shine brighter together!

We loved speaking about our mission at the Heart of the City Campaign Agency Fair! 🌟 Attending this event showcases our value of Community: convening and embracing inclusive relationships and impactful collaborations. 🤝💙

Who knew creating art with pumpkins could be so much fun? 🎃 We love getting into the spirit of the season with this fun fall activity! 🍂✨

🌟 2024 OECP Conference! 🌟 Sunbeam staff attended the Oklahoma Early Childhood Program Annual Summit this week. We connected with other early childhood programs from across the state and brought home new leadership skills to improve our work with children and families. Kathleen Espinoza, our Family Engagement Coordinator, and Sarah England, Senior Director of Grants and Advocacy, also led a Parent Engagement in Action breakout session. 🎤✨ The presentation highlighted innovative strategies to support families and empower parents to step confidently into their roles as leaders within their households and communities. By fostering strong family engagement, we’re not just transforming individual lives; we’re also shaping statewide practices that make a lasting impact on our communities. Why is this important? Because when families are engaged, children thrive! It strengthens their educational journey and builds a foundation for lifelong success. Together, we can ensure that every parent feels equipped and inspired to take the lead in their family’s growth and development. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to these conversations! And to our partners at @CAP Tulsa for coordinating this opportunity! 💪💙