OUR PROGRAM provides a level of early learning and care that far surpasses the norm. OUR CHILDREN are full of wonder, joy, love and energy!
They range in age from 12 months to 5 years. In the summer, older children return to our school family as our enthusiastic summer campers (ages 6-10). OUR SCHOOL FAMILY includes parents just like you. Many are UCCS students, staff, faculty and alumni. Others are from the community at large, seeking top-notch quality for their children, and knowing that campus-based child care can deliver. OUR TEAC
05/04/2026
Alright FDC families, it’s time to throw it back to the 90s 💿
Our teachers and staff are totally rad, and we’re so excited to celebrate them this week. Thanks for helping us make it extra special. We appreciate you!
04/29/2026
Did you know? 💭💭
04/20/2026
We’re hiring a Lead Teacher at the UCCS Family Development Center!
This role focuses on creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom while planning developmentally appropriate, play-based learning experiences for young children. You’ll also mentor student employees and build strong partnerships with families and our campus community. We’re looking for someone who values teamwork, inclusion, and supporting each child’s unique growth. Link to apply in the comments.
04/14/2026
Pinwheels are a symbol of a happy, healthy childhood 💙
They represent the joy, safety, and carefree moments every child deserves. 🌈
Happy Week of the Young Child!
04/13/2026
Happy Student Employee Appreciation Week to our amazing student staff at the FDC!
We are so grateful for the care, energy, and dedication you bring to our classrooms each day. You make a difference in the lives of our children and families, and we truly couldn’t do it without you.
Thank you for all that you do! 💛
04/09/2026
💛 Today’s the day!
Carry the Light is here, and we’re celebrating the Family Development Center!
Every donation supports our children, families, and teachers.
🔗 Give here: https://giveto.uccs.edu/schools/UniversityofColoradoColoradoSprings/carry-the-light/pages/family-development-center
Thank you for being part of our FDC community!
Family Development Center Join me and make a gift in support of UCCS Students!
03/31/2026
📅 Mark your calendars! UCCS Giving Day is coming April 9. Let’s unite to Carry the Light and make a difference!
When it’s rainy outside, we bring the movement inside 💛
03/24/2026
We are currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director!
We are looking for someone with experience in early childhood education and childcare leadership who is excited to be part of a high-quality program serving children ages 1–5. This position supports daily center operations, works closely with staff and families, and helps ensure we continue providing the strong, relationship-based care our community knows us for.
Know someone who might be a good fit? Please share this post!
Apply here:
https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=39332&lang=en
03/08/2026
Conscious Discipline -staff professional development day at the FDC! What an amazing way to spend the day together as an FDC School Family. We spent time learning in-depth social emotional techniques, practical implementation and skill building in areas like resilience, & self-regulation to reachthe children and families we serve, as well as for our own development and growth. 🤯🥰
01/09/2026
Urgent UCCS Weather Closure: UCCS is CLOSED on Friday, 1/9. Family Development Center will be closed 1/9/26. All offices are closed. Classes, meetings & activities are canceled. Visit alerts.uccs.edu for info.
UCCS Alerts UCCS Closed Due to Winter Weather (12/3) Due to severe winter weather, UCCS is CLOSED today (12/3).All offices are closed, and all classes, meetings, and activities are canceled. In-person, Hybrid, Hyflex, and Synchronous Online classes are canceled. Asynchronous Online classes will continue as sche...