Camp Fire Early Education

64% of our Early Education Pre-Apprentices have reached a major milestone, and they’re just getting started. 🎉

What an incredible reminder of what’s possible when the right supports are in place!

As we wrap up our Week of the Young Child celebration, we’re recognizing Family Friday!✨

Family connections provide the foundation for learning, offering children support, encouragement, and a sense of belonging that helps them thrive both in and out of the classroom!

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

The fourth day of Week of the Young child is brining us Artsy Thursday!🎨

Today’s mosaic torn paper art activity encourages self-expression and creativity, while building fine motor skills and confidence!

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

During our Week of the Young Child celebration, we’re focusing on the importance of connection and kindness for Work Together Wednesday!❤️

By creating mail for seniors, children learn the importance of community, empathy, and working together to brighten someone’s day!

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

During our celebration of The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Week of the Young Child, we're excited for Tasty Tuesday!🍫

This hands-on activity shows how everyday moments can become meaningful learning experiences, mixing creativity, coordination, and a little bit of yummy fun!

We’re kicking off The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Week of the Young Child with Music Monday!🎵

Singing, dancing, and exploring rhythm help build language, coordination, and confidence, all while having fun together!

To our Early Educators, it's important to take care of yourself too!❤️

Join us this Saturday for an in-person training, Caring for the Early Childhood Caregiver, for strategies on taking care of YOU so you can be the best caregiver for your classroom.

📅 Saturday, April 11
📍Camp Fire Resource Center, 2700 Meacham Blvd, Ft. Worth, TX, 76137
⏰ 9:00am - 12:00pm

Register TODAY at https://ow.ly/UZiH50YCsxv

Interested in learning new ways to implement music activities in your class?🎶

Join us for our virtual Rhythm Literacy training on Musicology, where you'll gain real tools to boost student engagement through rhythm and music- no musical background needed!

📅 Saturday, April 18th
💻Zoom (Link Provided Upon Registration)
⏰ 9:00am-12:00pm

Register TODAY at: https://ow.ly/ulMe50YBivR

Feeling lucky? Your pot of gold could be closer than you think!☘️

Learn more about our Fall 2026 Early Education Apprenticeship Program at ➡️ https://www.campfirefw.org/eeap

Mark your calendars, early educators!📣

We're bringing back our Working with a Child with Autism training! This in-person training session covers strategies for supporting children with ASD in early learning settings.

📅 Saturday, March 28th
📍Camp Fire Resource Center- 2700 Meacham Blvd, Fort Worth, TX
⏰ 9:00am-12:00pm

Register TODAY at: https://ow.ly/GL1l50Yt3ja

Ready to take the next step in your early education career? 📚

Our Child Development Associate (CDA) coursework class begins March 23 and is designed to help early educators earn their credential with guided support along the way.

✔️ 120-hour CDA coursework
✔️ Meets Monday evenings, 6:30–9:30 p.m.
✔️ LIVE via Zoom
✔️ Includes support building your CDA professional portfolio

If you’ve been thinking about earning your CDA, this is a great opportunity to get started with a supportive learning community.

🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/4y0X50Yqnbu

Today’s the day. 🏆

Voting for DFW Favorites closes today at 5 p.m. This is your last chance to cast your vote.

If you love Camp Fire.
If you’ve sent a camper.
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If you believe in what we do for kids and families.

This is a super easy way to show your support. It takes less than a minute — but it helps us in a big way.
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Thank you for showing up for us this week (and every week). Let’s finish strong!