Whether you are three years old, or 93, most people feel some trepidation about facing the unknown. As educational professionals, we all have coping mechanisms for the challenges posed by,...
By Kelly Mehaffie, Health Services Manager at Catherine Hershey School for Early Learning, Middletown The early years of a child’s life are not just about building the basis for academic...
High-quality Early Childhood Education should equip children with the skills for lifelong success, including navigating significant life transitions, such as the start of kindergarten. By employing an approach that addresses...
By Jessica Knaub, Center Director at Catherine Hershey School for Early Learning, MiddletownLast week was Teacher Appreciation Week, a week of celebration that comes around once a year. While the...
This week, hundreds of early childhood educators and family advocates gathered at Hershey Lodge and Convention Center for a two-day ECE Leaders Summit. This year’s theme, “Rooted in Community, Connected...
Educators, child development specialists, and pediatricians are united in their understanding of the importance of play-based learning. Play is essential to help children explore the world around them, understand how...
By Lindsay Knepp, Family Partnership Manager at Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning Every year, early childhood professionals get together to hear new ideas, share learnings, and make connections at...
At the heart of children’s learning experience, particularly in their early years, lies a series of relationships with families, caregivers, teachers, and community members. High-quality, relationship-based care is central to...
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