Hello! This is Christina Samuels, the early education editor here at Hechinger. By now, I hope you’ve had a chance to read my colleague Jackie Mader’s story about the important role that Head Start plays in rural communities. While Jackie set her story in western Ohio, she also interviewed Head Start parents and leaders in […] The post Spend more federal money on child care, rural parents say appeared first on The Hechinger Report.| The Hechinger Report
When Starr Dixon heard the Trump administration was floating a proposal last spring to eliminate Head Start, the 27-year-old parent in rural Michigan cried for a week. The free, federally funded early learning program has been life-changing for her and her young daughter, she said. It provided stability after Dixon, who lives about 100 miles […] The post What I learned about Head Start in rural America appeared first on The Hechinger Report.| The Hechinger Report
TROY, Ohio — For almost as long as she’s been a mother, Sara Laughlin has known where she could turn for help in this western Ohio town 20 miles north of Dayton. For years, the local Head Start program provided stability and care for her oldest son, and it now does the same for her […] The post Rural Americans rely on Head Start. Federal turmoil has them worried appeared first on The Hechinger Report.| The Hechinger Report
Early writing skills can blossom sooner than you expect. See how bilingual children develop literacy at Tessa International School.| Tessa International School
Learning Links has officially joined the South Australian Preschool Boost initiative as an approved provider for early childhood supports. This milestone is a strong recognition of our expertise in inclusive early childhood practice practice and another way we are supporting children, families, and educators. The post Learning Links Joins South Australia’s Preschool Boost Initiative appeared first on Learning Links.| Learning Links
Ongoing support from Georges River Council has been transformative for children in the local community who face challenges with learning, development and wellbeing. Their latest funding is enabling a psychologist to support children's mental health and wellbeing at Learning Links Preschool. The post Learning Links Celebrates Ongoing Support From Georges River Council appeared first on Learning Links.| Learning Links
Back-to-School season is underway. Get ready for your child's Curriculum Night and discover about Tessa’s world-class bilingual curriculum!| Tessa International School
Researchers say more resources, teacher awareness needed to combat racial bias in math lessons.| The Hechinger Report
State funded initiatives in Ohio and other parts of the country are working to strengthen child care teachers’ knowledge and confidence in working with young children with disabilities and developmental delays.| The Hechinger Report
Choosing the IB PYP boosts more than early learning. Discover how Tessa prepares capable, confident lifelong learners as an IB World School.| Tessa International School
This is the second post of our Literacy Progression Series. Read the previous post here. If early literacy begins with sound, play, and connection, what does that actually look […] The post How Early Literacy Comes to Life in an Immersion Classroom at Tessa International School appeared first on Tessa International School.| Tessa International School
At what age should your child start summer camp? It’s a common question, and one without a simple answer. Determining a child’s readiness for summer camp is not solely a […] The post What Is The Best Age for Summer Camp? A Guide For Parents appeared first on Tessa International School.| Tessa International School
In today’s conversations around health and safety in child care, we acknowledge not only reducing or eliminating physical threats to our children’s well-being but also promoting their social-emotional health. Social-emotional […] The post How to Support Your Child’s Social-Emotional Health appeared first on Tessa International School.| Tessa International School
At Tessa, one of the most common questions we as educators hear is “When will my child learn to read?” But here’s an even more important question: How are we […] The post “When Will My Child Learn to Read?” Early Literacy Starts With Sound in Every Language appeared first on Tessa International School.| Tessa International School
Future-proof education starts here. Discover how Tessa International School prepare globally-minded future leaders of tomorrow's world.| Tessa International School
During EWeek, Tessa brought technical concepts to life with hands-on activities. Discover how Tessa inspires young innovators through STEM.| Tessa International School
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Maggi’s home in a suburban neighborhood here is a haven for local families. It’s a place where after just a few weeks in Maggi’s family-run child care program this spring, one preschooler started calling Maggi “mama” and Maggi’s husband “papa.” Children who have graduated from Maggi’s program still beg their parents to […]| The Hechinger Report