Pyramid Model – Morning Greeting
At SKCDC, even the way children start their day is part of learning. Morning greetings give each child a choice in how they connect with their teacher and classmates—whether it’s a high-five, a handshake, a smile, or a wave. This simple routine is rooted in the Pyramid Model, which emphasizes building strong, positive relationships as […]
Sunny Day at McCall’s Playground
We had so much fun enjoying the sunny day at McCalls Playground in Augusta with our Home-Based group! Socialization is a vital part of early childhood development. These playful, engaging moments help children build important skills like sharing, listening, cooperation, and communication. These are all essential for success in Pre-K, kindergarten, and beyond. When children […]
Home-Based Socialization Fun!
Last week’s socialization gave our home-based children the chance to explore, play, and connect with others in a welcoming environment. From tummy time and light tables to music and imaginative play, each activity helped build confidence, communication, and early social skills. These group experiences are key in supporting school readiness—and they’re a lot of fun […]
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, […]
Home Visitor Appreciation Week Spotlight
SKCDC sends appreciation to our amazing Home Visitors, Denise and Gwen. Through weekly home visits, they create and maintain a relationship with each family. Denise and Gwen partner with families to understand their hopes and expectations for their child. Home visitors work with parents to use the many day-to-day routines and activities in the home […]
Home Based Socialization at The Village
Our home-based kiddos had another wonderful day of play and connection at The Village! Zooming cars, building bridges, giggles in the ball pit, and bonding with babies, so much learning and fun. This special experience was made possible through the use of Parent Activity Funds—a vital support that allows us to plan outings like this. […]
Head Start Home-Based Program: Learning Starts Wherever You Are!
or some families, center-based learning isn’t the best fit—whether due to work schedules, transportation, or personal preference. A trained home visitor partners with parents to create engaging, play-based learning experiences that support: School Readiness Social-Emotional Growth Health & Nutrition Parenting Support Community Connections Flexible. Personalized. Family-Focused. A great example of this is our socialization time! […]
Home Based Program Socialization
Our Home Base families enjoyed learning and playing together at socialization. Socializing as a family helps build trust, encourages teamwork, and provides emotional support. It also gives children a chance to learn valuable social skills in a safe and fun environment. If you are an expectant parent or have a child under 5yrs old, you […]