Monthly Archives: May 2015

AOK Executive Director Joins Panel of Experts at CPTV Town Hall Meeting: The Raising of America

Posted on May 26, 2015 by christinanelson1

Connecticut’s report card “I would give us a good A minus for our preschoolers, our three to fives ,” said Jessica Sager as she graded Connecticut’s investment in early childhood. “For our infants and toddlers, I think we’re still at … Continue reading →

Posted in All Our Kin Staff, Brain Development | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Dreams, Discovery and Development at All Our Kin’s 10th Annual Family Child Care Conference

Posted on May 21, 2015 by christinanelson1

Saturday morning, 8am: Gateway Community College is a hive of activity. Approximately 200 family child care providers weave through the large, light-filled building, adjusting translation equipment, deciphering their workshop assignments, and greeting each other enthusiastically. Some began their days hours … Continue reading →

Posted in family child care, professional development | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Happy 50th Birthday, Head Start!

Posted on May 6, 2015 by christinanelson1

For the past four years, All Our Kin has operated an Early Head Start – Family Child Care Partnership in collaboration with the United Way of Greater New Haven. During this time, our blog has highlighted many Early Head Start … Continue reading →

Posted in Early Head Start, family child care, professional development | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Pili’s Montessori-Inspired Program Flourishes in Westville

Posted on May 5, 2015 by christinanelson1

Today is the first day of the Great Give, a 36-hour, community-wide online giving event that celebrates the work of nonprofit organizations serving the greater New Haven region. Between now and tomorrow (May 6) at 8pm, every dollar you give … Continue reading →

Posted in family child care, Family child care providers, literacy | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment