Kangaroo Kids Child Care and Learning Center teachers attended a statewide conference on Early Childhood Education to learn the latest curriculum, research based knowledge on child development and classroom management tools. The return back to school with new ideas and techniques to enhance children’s learning opportunities.
The focus of this year’s conference was on STEM, preparing children for the future. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. This educational focus has become a top priority across all sectors of our society. In January 2010, President Obama released $250 million to support the “Educate to Innovate” Campaign to support STEM education. Educators, in public-private partnerships with corporations, foundations and collaboration with the U.S. Department of Education’s Race to the Top Fund were asked to prioritize programs that offer rigorous courses and to help prepare students for careers in STEM fields.
NAEYC is the world’s largest organization working on behalf of young children. There are nearly 100,000 members worldwide. They advocate for children and provide educational programs throughout the country. The upcoming year’s theme is “Celebrating Our Youngest Learners.” The National Association for the Education of Young Children conducts an accreditation program where only very high quality programs can earn their torch of excellence. Kangaroo Kids is one of the few accredited centers in the area and according to NAEYC, “high quality programs provide a safe and nurturing environment while promoting the development of young children.”
For more information about Kangaroo Kids or workshops they conduct call 908-231-7800 or visit their website at www.kangarookidschildcare.com
