SKCDC Professional Development Day
A huge thank you to Gladys and Susan from our New England TTA Network for leading an inspiring “Team Building” session during our April 18th professional development day! We ended the day with our annual Celebration of Best Practice, where teachers and centers shared what made this year special photos of the children they impacted, […]
WOTYC at Magic Years
Week of the Young Child at Magic Years was packed with fun and learning! Monday — We kicked off with Caroline from the Lithgow Library sharing an exciting story with us. Tuesday — Augusta Police and Fire stopped by! Children got a hands-on look at their gear and vehicles, learning how our local heroes help […]
Maine DOE celebrates Tammy Osborne
The Week of the Young Child® highlights the importance of early childhood education and the foundational role it plays in a child’s success. This week also serves as an opportunity to celebrate the early care and education professionals who nurture and support children and families during this critical stage of growth and development. This year, […]
Week of the Young Child – Family Friday
To wrap up this special week, we celebrate the heart of early learning, families! Family Friday is all about recognizing the important role families play in every child’s growth. At SKCDC, we believe families are children’s first and most important teachers. We’re honored to partner with parents and caregivers every day to create experiences that […]
Exciting day at the State House!
On Tuesday our team had a wonderful time celebrating Early Childhood State House Day in the Hall of Flags! This special event, hosted by MaineAEYC, was a highlight of the Week of the Young Child, a nationwide celebration that recognizes the importance of high-quality early learning and honors the vital role families, educators, and programs […]
Week of the Young Child – Artsy Thursday
Creativity is one of the most powerful tools in a young child’s development and today we celebrate that spark! Artsy Thursday is all about giving children the chance to express themselves through colors, textures, movement, and imagination. In today’s photos, you’ll see: A focused artist painting a pumpkin with bold green strokes. Young children weaving […]
Week of the Young Child – Work Together Wednesday
This week, we’re celebrating the powerful connections that help young children thrive. Work Together Wednesday shines a spotlight on collaboration—and we see it in action every day. At SKCDC, learning is a team effort. Whether it’s a parent joining a classroom activity, children building something new side by side, or staff and families planning an […]
Week of the Young Child – Tasty Tuesday
This week, we’re celebrating Week of the Young Child—a national spotlight on how young children learn and grow best. Today is Tasty Tuesday, reminding us that learning happens not just through books and play, but also through shared meals, cooking together, and exploring new foods. Healthy eating habits start early—and they start with connection. From […]
Week of the Young Child – Music Monday
This week, we join families, educators, and communities across the country in celebrating Week of the Young Child—a time to recognize the joyful, powerful ways young children learn and grow. Each day highlights something essential to early childhood—and today, it’s all about music! Music isn’t just fun—it’s foundational. Whether you’re humming a lullaby, clapping to […]
Magic Years Ocean Adventure
At Magic Years, Lisa and Ashlynn’s room was full of ocean adventures this week! The kids explored sea-themed sensory bins, created jellyfish crafts, and had a blast pretending in the big shark tent. Kim’s room embraced the changing weather with some seriously fun gear—adorable animal rain suits for puddle play and a snowy day perfect […]
