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There are many buzzwords when it comes to child care, but the concept of a mixed-delivery system is definitely one we all need to understand. Mixed-delivery refers to offering or incorporating a variety of program types and settings for preschool services. This model provides parents and guardians with an array of choices to best meet the unique needs, preferences, and learning styles of their children. It promotes flexibility as families seek care for children with diverse needs. Learn more about the benefits of mixed-delivery systems on our blog. https://lnkd.in/dMeBBMAB

Science shows that early nurturing is vital for child development, and it is even more critical for neurodivergent individuals to receive early intervention support. On this episode of “A World of Difference: Embracing Neurodiversity,” learn how early intervention programs can help children with learning differences reach their full potential. 🌟   Watch on WUCF in Central Florida and nationwide on the free PBS app. #Neurodiversity #ThisIsBeacon #LearningDifferences

Join ResilienceLinks for a webinar exploring how resilience is being incorporated into education programming & how it can be a tool for strengthening individual, households & community resilience in times of crisis. 📅 & ⌚: 1/30, 9:30am EDT 🖋️: https://ow.ly/kBpo50QrmNT

Only one in four youth is participating in American civic life (volunteering, voting, joining, leading); meaning we are leaving behind 75% of young people from any meaningful contributions to their community. What you learn in childhood follows into adulthood. "We the People" is our system of government, so we must do better: www.50By250.org #AmeriCorps

Register for this free webinar! We have embedded these core principles into our Focusing Action for Positive Change Grant Program and support community based initiatives that can improve mental well-being outcomes for individuals and families living on #PEI

HEY, GREAT MINDS 🥰 We dive into the last healthy way to manage technology and screen time for children, which I call "STAYING INFORMED AS A PARENT" ❤️. As a great parent to blessed children, by staying informed, you both can make educated decisions about screen time limits, content appropriateness, and online safety for them 🥰. We should know by now that education is not just the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think ❤️. So you should encourage children to engage in a variety of activities beyond screens, fostering creativity, social skills, and critical thinking 🥰. Calcounsel🥰 cares.

Our vulnerable youth are worthy of receiving enriched programming like that usually reserved for “elite”, “gifted” youth. The true test of a community is how well we deal with this group. “There’s no particular talent required to make already advantaged people successful. The real challenge is making those who don’t appear to fit the system successful.” In our work with the Reboot Plus program, we are supporting the people who face the most barriers. It will help us all in the end. https://lnkd.in/gjinWad6

In what ways are your own schools engaging parents, families, and caregivers as allies to the teachers and staff in the buildings to support great learning for young people? #education #learning #schools #teachers #parents #families

The journey of raising a child with special needs is unique for every family, often accompanied by triumphs and challenges. As educators, we have the opportunity to be more than just teachers; we can be allies, understanding partners, and supporters in this journey. Recognizing parents' daily lives, struggles, and victories is crucial in forming a partnership that transcends traditional teacher-student dynamics. At Distinctive Method Interventions, LLC, we advocate for a collaborative approach, where educators and parents work hand-in-hand to support the child’s learning and growth. This partnership is built on open communication, mutual respect, and, most importantly, understanding and compassion for the experiences of parents navigating the special needs education system. Let's strengthen this partnership. Together our voices can inspire change and promote a deeper connection between families and educators. We can create a more inclusive and empathetic educational environment for children with special needs.

https://lnkd.in/g6w869jP Please view my Statement on Play. I am very passionate about play based learning and how crucial and beneficial it is to early childhood development. I could write a book. Here are my thoughts in a nutshell.