Early Childhood Services
At Cooperative Educational Services, our Early Childhood Services are dedicated to supporting a wide range of early childhood programs that serve children from birth through grade 3. Whether you are part of a community-based early care and education program, a public or private school, or a charter school, we are here to provide tailored support that meets your unique needs.
Our comprehensive services are designed to enhance the quality of early childhood education and support the growth and development of young learners. We offer:
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Professional Development: Access to a broad spectrum of training topics, including Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (CT OEC) approved courses, to ensure your educators are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills.
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Coaching, Consulting, and Technical Assistance: Personalized support to help your staff address challenges, improve practices, and achieve excellence in early childhood education.
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NAEYC Accreditation Support: Guidance through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accreditation process to help your program meet high standards of quality.
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Program Review and Evaluation: Comprehensive assessments of your programs to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and strategies for enhancement.
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Regional Networking: Opportunities to connect and collaborate through the Early Childhood Council for Public School Administrators and the Early Childhood Leadership Forum, fostering a community of shared learning and growth.
For more detailed information or personalized assistance, please reach out to the contacts listed on the right-hand side of this page. We are here to support you every step of the way in advancing your early childhood programs.
Request Onsite PDS Services HERE
Early Childhood Recourses Resources
Know Your Rights: Kindergarten Entry Guide
Parent Guide: What to Know When You're Looking for a Child Care Provider
GEER Online Learning Hub https://sites.google.com/aces.
GEER Parent Technology Resource Hub https://sites.google.com/
OEC Pyramid Resources webpage
la página web de Recursos de la Pirámide de la OEC.
Laurie Franzino
Early Childhood Teaching and Learning Specialist
franzinl@cestrumbull.org
Work: 203-365-8348
Kerrie Harrigan
Early Childhood Teaching and Learning Specialist
harrigak@cestrumbull.org
Work: 203-365-8923
Christina Lye
Early Childhood Teaching and Learning Specialist
lyec@cestrumbull.org
Work: 203-365-8843
Jillian Moccia
Early Childhood Teaching and Learning Specialist
mocciaj@cestrumbull.org
Work: 203-365-8858
Liz Parmelee
Early Childhood Teaching and Learning Specialist
parmelee@cestrumbull.org
Work: 203-365-8913