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ECE Team
Cathy NusbaumCoordinator of Early Childhood Education and the Judy Center for FCPS
Erin DoolittleFCPS Pre-K Teacher, FCPS Teacher of the Year, State Finalist for Maryland Teacher of the Year
Michele BaiseyTeacher Specialist for Early Childhood Education for FCPS
● Review data and research supporting the importance of ECE
● Identify ways you can prepare your child for school success
● Share resources and programs to support you and your child with school readiness
Session Goals
● The first 5 years are the most critical period of a child’s life - 90% of brain development occurs during this time
● Quality early childhood education can reduce the achievement gap● Data conclusively shows that the early formation of cognitive and
character skills provides the essential foundation of success in school, college, career and life.
● Early childhood education builds character● Research shows a direct correlation between effective early childhood
education that includes health and better adult health outcomes● Quality early childhood education benefits children from diverse family
backgrounds and circumstances
Research Says...
• Maryland College and Career Ready Standards
• Increased rigor and expectation
• Technology
• Full day Kindergarten
• Access to Pre-Kindergarten
Changes to ECE Experiences
Building Independence:● Completing simple tasks by following directions● Cleaning up and putting away toys/clothes● Putting on/taking off & zipping coats● Tying shoes● Using the restroom● Opening food items/containers
Supporting Your Child
Preparing for Academic Success:● Personal and Social Development● Writing and Fine Motor Development● Reading● Letters and Letter Sounds● Math
Supporting Your Child
Be an active member of the school community:• Participate in Home/School Visits
• Attend Back-to-School night & other school sponsored events
• Attend conferences
• Review your child’s report card & progress report
• Communicate regarding your questions, concerns and needs for your child
Supporting Your Child
● Judy Center
● Pre-Kindergarten
● Special Education Serviceso Special Education Pre-Kindergarteno Inclusive Pre-Kindergarteno Child Find
● Kiddee Kollege
● Fitting the Pieces Together
FCPS Resources & Programs
● Frederick County Public Library
● Infants & Toddlers
● Child Care Choices
● Pre-Kindergarten Expansion Siteso Children’s Center at FCCo Monocacy Montessori Communitieso The Learning Bee
Community Resources & Programs