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Last week our team visited the Parks and Recreation Department of the city of Tamarac to provide an in-person training surrounding inclusive events and programming. We are excited to continue offering trainings and support as Tamarac progresses towards becoming an Autism Inclusive City through HAAPE. Stay tuned and follow our journey! Alternative Text: The background of the image is white. It contains three rectangular pictures of varying dimensions and sizes at the top right, bottom right, and bottom left. 1: (top right) Picture of Silvia presenting to a classroom of Tamarac staff. 2: (bottom left) Picture of Silvia Presenting. 3: (bottom right) Picture of Silvia smiling Melissa Petron next to a projector showing the cover slide of the presentation. Lastly, toward the top left of the image is a light green rectangular shape that contains the NCS logo, the Tamarac logo, and a section of bolded black text with a green underline that reads, "Training & Site Visit". . . . . #NeuroConsultingSolutions #NCS #neurodiverse #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #neurodiversidad #neurodivergence #ally #supporter #advocate #awareness #acceptance #neurodiversityawareness #neurodiversityacceptance #inclusive #inclusion #inclusivity #diverse #accessible #accessibility #inclusivecity #inclusiveinitiative #TamaracCity #trainings #inclusiveprogramming #inclusiveevents

Great to see the draft findings and recommendations from the Productivity Commission's Interim Report from its Early Childhood Education and Care Inquiry. In particular, this finding: "While outside of the formal ECEC system, playgroups play a valuable role in supporting families and children in their early years." We know children who attend playgroup are around 1.7 times less likely to start school with a developmental vulnerability when they start school - and this is after adjustment for background characteristics. (https://lnkd.in/gqDze6bh #earlychildhoodeducation #earlychildhood

At Learn to Grow we focus on a whole of community approach to foster an environment that is safer and more conducive for a childhood in which children not only survive but thrive. Actions to encourage parental involvement and thus community involvement and better educational resources give expression to Madiba’s words that children are the ‘rock on which our future will be built, our greatest asset as a nation. They will be the leaders of our country, the creators of our national wealth who care for and protect our people’. As we move forward, we must give children every opportunity to do just that. https://learntogrow.org.za

💙 As parents & guardians, we have a crucial role in our children's education. Building a community of belonging within the school is key to fostering family engagement. Check out this insightful article on "Building a Community of Belonging - A Crucial Step in Family Engagement" to discover the six pillars of family engagement according to the National PTA Family Engagement Standards. Let's work together for our children's success! 🌟📚 #FamilyEngagement #Education #ParentInvolvement

We know that summer camp has a profound impact on the developmental skill set of youth, setting up campers and staff to thrive well beyond summer and positively impacting educational outcomes and early careers. Beyond the positive developmental role of camp in the lives of campers and staff, we must acknowledge the role of camp in supporting millions of families every summer. Current estimates indicate that just under half of all school-age children are annually enrolled in summer camp programs in the US. If this is true, then camp is a compelling contributor to solving the summer care gap for families across the US. Please help the American Camp Association advocate for the camp industry by participating in this survey: https://ow.ly/Uy6y50PS1XF *Both accredited and non-accredited camps are encouraged to participate in this survey! #CampResearch #ACAResearch #ACACamps #ACANE #SummerCamps #SummerCamping

In this Spirit of Community Moment, we learn about a crucial program in Central Oregon that helps 3- to 5-year-olds from the Latinx community prepare for kindergarten.  https://lnkd.in/dcfi93rE

💙 As parents & guardians, we have a crucial role in our children's education. Building a community of belonging within the school is key to fostering family engagement. Check out this insightful article on "Building a Community of Belonging - A Crucial Step in Family Engagement" to discover the six pillars of family engagement according to the National PTA Family Engagement Standards. Let's work together for our children's success! 🌟📚 #FamilyEngagement #Education #ParentInvolvement

Evidence consistently shows that community-based programs, which proactively engage with youth, play a vital role in reducing the risk of children becoming entangled with the criminal justice system. By offering support, mentorship, and constructive activities, these programs empower young individuals to make positive choices for their futures. These initiatives are not just about curbing crime; they're about investing in the well-being of our youth. When we provide opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and community involvement, we create a more secure and prosperous environment for everyone. https://lnkd.in/gYEV9pcS

What does it mean to honor children and champion play? We believe that children are inquisitive, capable, compassionate, creative, authentic, and leaders. They are the protagonists of their own learning journeys, and we believe that they should be at the helm of what they engage with. We take this belief with us into each one of our programs, including Play to Learn, Greentrike Cares, Preschool Powered by Play, and more. Play is the heart of each of these programs. Greentrike’s goal is to advocate for and model equitable access to playful experiences for children, youth, and families – because play is essential for learning, joy, and a thriving community. #TacomaWA #PierceCounty #PlayToLearn

🌿 At Farm & Wilderness, we've always known the transformational power of summer camp. Now we have the research to prove it! 🗺️Today, we're thrilled to release "Decoding the Magic of Camp," a report that combines insights from our campers, community, and child development experts. We've uncovered how our camps foster crucial areas of youth development: 🏎️Self-Efficacy: 71-87% of campers cite skill development as crucial. Our campers are conquering challenges they never thought possible! 🏡Community Mindedness: 86% of Tamarack Farm campers emphasize the importance of community building. They're learning to be part of something bigger than themselves. 💗Authentic Identity: 1 in 5 campers highlight identity development as key. At F&W, kids discover who they are, free from social media pressures. 📡Curious about how summer camps are shaping the next generation? Dive into our full report, linked in our bio! #SummerCampMagic #FarmAndWilderness