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GENERAL OVERVIEW
The Drop-In Center program is designed to encourage the growth of each individual child in a warm, informal environment. Children are provided with a variety of developmentally appropriate materials and experiences which enable them to learn naturally, through exploration and discovery. Child care staff have experience and ongoing training in early childhood practices, offering support and encouragement for children as they grow in the following areas:
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A developmental checklist, which lists milestones appropriate to each age level, gives teachers a means of assessing the child’s needs and strengths. This helps in developing individualized goals that are incorporated into the core curriculum. There is a corresponding calendar version that is given to parents to coordinate findings with the Center’s observations.
Each room in the center has a number of interest areas which include, for toddlers and preschoolers:
Each day will include a combination of individual, group and adult initiated activities; opportunities for outdoor play; a "quiet time" for rest or nap and relaxed "family style" snack and meals.
The Center's downtown location makes it possible for groups of children to take "walking tours" of the neighborhood and occasional field trips. Also, community members are invited to share hobbies or professions. These experiences enhance the children's sense of community, allow them to learn more about our world and are lots of fun!
