Early Childhood
Early Childhood works collaboratively with Oakland County schools, families and communities to develop a systemic approach to support the development and academic achievement of all children from birth to Kindergarten.
In our work we strive to...
Improve teaching practices, classroom environment and program quality
Facilitate family education, involvement and engagement
Promote community collaboration, effectiveness and efficiency
Ensure support for children with developmental and behavioral challenges
Through our use and promotion of...
Focused efforts to close the achievement gap
Research/evidenced-based practices
Culturally responsive approaches
Data-based decision-making
Appropriate standards
Deep thinking and reflective understanding about content, practice and professional development
Interdepartmental and partnership approaches