Parkland College Child Development Center

The kids had such a great time meeting the Easter Bunny and hunting for eggs! 🐰🥚 Wishing everyone a Happy Easter and a beautiful start to spring! 🌸🌷

🎉 Look What Our Kids Are Up To! 🎨✨
Did you know our preschoolers don’t just learn in their classroom—they can help create it too? When kids decorate their own space, it boosts their confidence, celebrates their creativity, and makes them feel right at home. Research shows child‑made decor strengthens their sense of belonging and reflects their amazing learning journey! [eastendarts.org]
Even better? When we design our classrooms around children’s interests and cultures, it helps them learn more deeply and feel truly seen. [pre-kpages.com]

So if you spot scribbles, collages, or kid‑created masterpieces on our walls… that’s the magic happening. 💛🌈
Their classroom isn’t just a room—it’s their world!

Art is a process. Stay tuned for more.

Free outreach event for parents on Saturday, November 22. From 9–11 a.m., participants can connect with local resources and receive some supplies from the drive.

Registration is required. Sign up now at the CDC (G building) or at Parkland Student Life in U111.
For more information, call the CDC at 217/373-3777.

Please consider donating to our Diaper Drive and our Food, Clothing, and Toy Drive happening throughout November!

Your contributions make a big difference for families in need within our community. Any amount of support is greatly appreciated!

Car wash yesterday and staying cool inside today.