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"In the midst of a buzzing early childhood education center, you will catch a fascinating moment: an educator, camera or ipad in hand, capturing the joyful dance of toddlers. As the camera clicks, it makes you ponder – are we putting snapshots above the real moments shaping early learning? The push to take pictures in every milestone, guided by center and family expectations, is reshaping our profession. In this age of lens-focused learning, let's find that sweet spot between preserving memories and fully diving into the enchanting world of childhood education." #CenterExpectations #LensFocusedLearning #EducatorReflections #ChildhoodExploration #MemoryPreservation

Supporting Early Learners with BRIGANCE Early Childhood! Are you looking for a comprehensive solution to support the developmental needs of young learners aged 3-7? BRIGANCE Early Childhood provides a wealth of Readiness Activities that are designed to build essential skills and prepare students for a successful academic journey. Here’s how BRIGANCE Early Childhood can benefit your classroom: 🔹 Tailored Instruction: Provide age-appropriate, developmentally aligned learning experiences for every child. 🔹 Integrated Assessments: Seamlessly connect assessment results with targeted instruction to ensure each student receives the necessary support. 🔹 Extensive Skill Development: Access over 300 activities that cover a wide range of essential skills, from literacy to motor development. 🔹 Home-School Collaboration: Strengthen the connection between home and school with take-home activities that extend learning and engage families. Give your young learners the best start with BRIGANCE Early Childhood. Learn more about it here: https://lnkd.in/g_KfjV6r

Early Quality Education goes a long way!!

Exciting News! Start Early is launching a new professional learning series this Fall! The introductory session is happening next Thursday, and I think you'll find it incredibly valuable. Find more details and register below. Don’t miss out! #Bethechangeyouwant2see #Teach2Transcend #Lead2PositivelyImpact #EarlyChildhoodRacialEquity #ACSES #AssessingSocioculturalEquityScale 

STEM should serve as the cornerstone of education everywhere. It encompasses much more than just science, technology, engineering, and math. STEM education fosters collaboration, builds confidence, enhances language skills, promotes communication, improves reading comprehension, connects to history, and encourages fluency. In essence, STEM education offers a well-rounded, holistic approach to learning.

In our latest Tiny Mic episode, we meet the Super Heroes of Safety from Smyrna Elementary.

The Future of Education is Flexible Traditional education models, while well-intentioned, often struggle to meet the diverse needs of today’s students and families. Large class sizes, outdated methods, and a lack of flexibility leave many students behind. At MindSprout Montessori, we’ve embraced a different path—one that focuses on individualized learning, shorter school days, and a more tailored approach. Families in our community are searching for programs that fit their unique needs, especially as many public schools face funding and staffing challenges. Our hybrid Montessori model provides a balance of structure and freedom, allowing children to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The demand for alternatives like ours is growing rapidly, especially in a city as diverse as Houston. Families are seeking more than just an education—they’re seeking a partnership that respects their values and empowers their children. I’m proud to be part of a movement that puts children first, and I’m eager to see how flexible, student-centered models like ours can redefine the future of education. 🌟 How do you see education evolving to meet today’s challenges? Let’s start the conversation!

In the last weeks of summer for young learners, promote joyful learning experiences outside the classroom by: 🤝 Connecting with community 🎭 Acting out stories to inspire imaginative thinking 💡 Empowering children through choice Here's how to implement these tips and more: https://bit.ly/4d7ieJ7

Raising Empowered Kids with Hero Intelligence Education is an innovative, child-centered program designed to nurture the unique strengths of every child by fostering emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and leadership skills. Through the concept of "Hero Intelligence," children learn to navigate their emotions, overcome challenges, and lead with compassion and purpose. This program empowers children to let their inner hero lead the way while understanding and managing their victim and villain responses. It emphasizes emotional mastery, conscious decision-making, and collaboration, helping children develop resilience, confidence, and a sense of greater purpose. By cultivating a culture of innovation, growth, and compassion, Raising Empowered Kids equips children to thrive in a community-driven, purpose-led world, becoming the heroes of their own stories.

A bit more about BloomBoard and how we help school districts with on-the-job teacher prep and advancement.