The vibrant community of Durham came together on a beautiful Saturday, September 16, 2023, to celebrate the 2023 Fall Festival event hosted by Durham’s Partnership for Children (DPfC). Held at
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At Durham’s Partnership for Children, we understand that parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, especially during the early years of a child’s life. While every child is unique, there are common concerns that many parents face. In this blog post, we will explore some of the most prevalent early childhood concerns: Sleep Issues, Thumb Sucking, Picky Eating, and School Readiness.
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Get ready to mark your calendars, because Durham’s Partnership for Children is thrilled to invite you to our much-anticipated Fall Festival!
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September is more than just the start of a new school year in Durham; it’s also a month dedicated to celebrating Attendance Awareness. Durham’s Partnership for Children wants to emphasize the importance of regular school attendance and its profound impact on a child’s education. As we kick off this special month, let’s delve into why attendance matters!
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In the journey of parenthood, one of the most beautiful aspects is discovering the unique interests and passions that make your child who they are. These interests are like windows into their world, providing you with an opportunity to connect on a deeper level and foster a strong and loving relationship. At Durham’s Partnership for Children, we believe that embracing and encouraging your child’s interests can lay the foundation for a bond that will last a lifetime.
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At Durham’s Partnership for Children, we are committed to providing the best possible early childhood education for our young learners. This commitment extends beyond the classroom and into the community, as we recognize the vital role that resilient, self-healing communities play in fostering children’s growth and development. The Pre-K Summer Institute, held on August 17th and 18th, 2023, was a transformative event that equipped our dedicated teachers with invaluable tools to create such communities. We were honored to have Interface Family Services lead the training on “How We Can Create Resilient, Self-Healing Communities,” empowering our educators with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate trauma-informed teaching.
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In the dynamic world of early childhood education, the journey of a teacher is filled with continuous learning and growth. Durham’s Partnership for Children recognizes that just as young minds
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We are thrilled to announce that Durham’s Partnership for Children is hosting an exciting series of events this August to help ease the transition of your little ones to kindergarten.
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As educators at Durham’s Partnership for Children, we understand the tremendous workload that comes with being an early childhood teacher. Daily pressures can adversely affect our physical and mental well-being, impacting blood pressure, immune function, and mental health. To counter these challenges, self-care, particularly through mindfulness strategies, has proven to be a valuable tool.
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Title: Celebrating Disability Pride Month: Empowering Children through Early Childhood Disability Intervention
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Durham’s Partnership for Children recognizes the importance of early language and literacy development in preparing children for success in school and beyond. To support parents and caregivers in this crucial task, The Partnership has secured the services of Ready4K, a free text message curriculum designed to equip them with the knowledge and tools needed to foster their child’s language and literacy skills from birth to the age of eight.
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