Professional Development Day...
Thank you families for the time we had to team build and continue to further our education and training. The day was successful and fun. Teachers got time to work in their classrooms to improve the environment, work on portfolios and hang up things since the rooms have been painted.
We asked everyone how many years they have been at KK and how long they have been in the field of Early Childhood in total. Between both centers we had a total of 648.5 years of experience.
We had a training on interactions presented by Ms. Jess from the Bloom Community School. We also talked about love languages and how we can promote healthy communication amongst us. Another topic we hit on is what make Katie's Kids different. Our staff had some great input as to what they think makes us different, here is what they said:
"The Reggio Emilia Approach", "How that is implemented is unique", "How child development theory is also supported"
"We have good relationships with our leadership"
"Katie's Kids is a loving, caring environment"
"Working as a team"
"KK is a safe community and a loving space for EVERYONE"
"Work culture and respect for everyone"
"It feels like my home"
" Katie's Kids is different because we take care of the individual child's learning needs"
"Freedom for teachers/children to be human, make mistakes, try again and grow."
"The purpose of the school is based on what the children need and want in order to grow."
"The primary care giving and the relationships we build with the families we have some of the nicest families."
"Caring for staff like a family"
"We value relationships with not only kids but also amongst staff."
"Everyone is really nice, the kids are treated like human beings."
"We're like family"
"We work together more and show much respect."
"Andrea, Lindie and Johnny are the GOATs!"
"Curriculum, Age groups, Not cooperate, Increased support staff"
"Has the children's best interest", "Warm, welcoming environment", "Amazing facilities fir the kids and staff." " Staff is treated with respect and understanding." "Creates and supports moments to come together as a team."
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