School of Creative Children II

It is with great sadness that I announce that Ms. Jeanne Butts, founder of the School of Creative Children I, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Thursday, June 6th, 2024.

In 1993, she began her Early Childhood career with Hamilton County Head Start. She worked her way up the ladder in the Head Start while saving to open her very own center. Ms. Jeanne was dedicated to making a difference in every single child's life that she encountered.

Ms. Jeanne opened the School of Creative Children in March of 2004 followed by Creative Preschoolers Inc in 2006. She touched the lives of hundreds if not thousands of children and families in the Greater Cincinnati area, especially the West End Community. She retired in March of 2013 to be with family but stayed involved with SOCC1 up until its very last day in January 2024.

On any given day 50+ "kids" were her responsibility. She would run into many of the SOCC graduates that would yell her name from across a parking lot, and she would smile ear to ear and say that was one of my kids and have a story about them.

If you were lucky enough to know her you would know that she was a mighty little Irish woman from Boston. She was a force to be reckoned with when she believed in something or someone, she didn't back down.

Ms. Jeanne leaves behind her 4 children, 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren and her dearest friend Ms. Runette Rice-Wilson.

The School of Creative Children was Ms. Jeanne's legacy, and we are grateful to be able to carry on her mission! Our welcome benches will be dedicated to Ms. Jeanne in the upcoming months. You can have a seat knowing that the best of the best started it all!!!

May you rest peacefully Ms. Jeanne.

We are enrolling all ages! 6 weeks to 12 years of age! Call or stop in for a tour!

*We have a summer program for our school agers
*Vouchers accepted
*Meals provided
*SUTQ Star Rated Center

3443 Northbend Road
Cincinnati Ohio 45239

513-979-4311

•• Now Hiring! ••

💰Pay varies on education and experience
• GED or HS Diploma required
•18 years of age or older required
• Must be able to pass BCI/FBI Background Checks

•Full time Monday-Friday
•Lead infant teacher 8-5
•Lead older infant teacher 830-530
•Toddler assistant 9-6

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Congratulations to Franchise/SOCC for becoming Runner-Up in the Bash Level E!
The kids at SOCC2 were so happy!

The Solar Eclipse event will mark the first total solar eclipse visible in Ohio since 1806. The next total solar eclipse in our area will not come until 1899!!! To ensure the safety and enjoyment of our students and staff, the center has purchased eclipse glasses for every student and staff member. These glasses will be distributed to students on Friday, April 5th.

Our area is expected to see a large increase in visitors who want to view the total solar eclipse. We chose to close for the entire day due to the traffic, out of town visitors and safety concerns.

FYI: There has been a warning issued to Ohio residents to stock up on food and gas a few days prior to the event.

We are excited about this rare event and the learning opportunities it presents for our students. Thank you for your understanding and support as we make adjustments to accommodate this unique occasion.

SOCC1 & SOCC2 will be closed due to inclement weather.

Are you interested in making a difference in a child’s life?? SOCC2 is now hiring!!

Hiring for Northbend Location:

Lead Teacher 830am-530pm
Assistant Teacher 830am-530pm
Assistant teacher 900am-600pm

High school diploma or GED required, prefer individuals to have CDA or AA in ECE. Must be able to pass background check through the state and FBI, local and national s*x registry’s and CPS check to verify you’ve never had a child removed from your care.

* Email resumes to [email protected]

Halloween Party fun!

October is ! Children enrolled in receive one free book in the mail each month from birth to age five, creating a personal library of as many as 60 books that can help form the foundation of a child’s early reading experience! (📸: Gordon S.)