by wpadmin | Nov 19, 2020 | Families, News, Partners
In the ongoing health crisis, we are always adapting to make sure we are keeping children and families safe while continuing to share information. That includes finding a way to safely “host” our annual Early Childhood Resource Fair. Instead of gathering...
by Collaboration Staff | Jun 6, 2020 | Families, Impact, News, Partners, Professional Development, Providers
Why George Floyd Matters to Early Childhood “Hope begins in the dark.” -Annie Lamott Normally, when I write to the community, it is about the happy magic of childhood. I write about the indelible influence of adults in the lives of our youngest citizens, and...
by Collaboration Staff | Mar 18, 2020 | Families, Impact, News, Partners, Professional Development, Providers
VILLAGE OF OAK PARK ORDERS “SHELTER IN PLACE” DUE TO COVID-19 To all child care centers, preschools, and family child care providers, Today, the Village of Oak Park announced an order for Oak Park residents to “shelter in place.” Who this...
by Collaboration Staff | Mar 18, 2020 | Families, Impact, News, Partners, Professional Development, Providers
UPDATE FROM THE COLLABORATION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DURING COVID-19 Updated 4/13/20 Dear friends, The hearts and minds of the Collaboration team are with the network of families, providers, teachers and children that we serve, and all that we are doing as a community to...
by Collaboration Staff | Feb 15, 2018 | Families, News, Partners
Notice Collaboration for Early Childhood Parenting Resource Program Request for Application – Chicago Parent Program Background: Founded in 2002 by all six of Oak Park’s governing bodies, the Collaboration for Early Childhood is a public/private partnership that...
by Collaboration Staff | Dec 27, 2017 | Families, Impact
Friends, As we come to the end of 2017, we are grateful as we reflect on all that we have accomplished together. This year, your support has: Provided more than 1,800 early childhood screenings (vision, hearing, development, social-emotional); Equipped families with...