NWTC Early Childhood Education

June 29th is International Mud Day! Show us how you are celebrating!

Mud Day – World Forum Foundation Gillian reflected on the lack of mud as Perth is situated on a sandy plain and also the reluctance of the culture to ‘get dirty.’ Bishnu on the other hand had lots of mud but many children did not have enough clothes to be able to get them dirty or soap to wash them. On her return to Australia, ...

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NWTC’s Early Childhood Education program has earned national accreditation from the The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) for the first time — a recognition that reflects the high standards, hands-on preparation, and quality learning experiences students receive throughout the program.

This achievement speaks to the dedication of our faculty, the hard work of our students, and our commitment to preparing future educators who are ready to support young learners from day one.

We’re proud to help shape the next generation of early childhood educators who will make a meaningful impact in classrooms and communities across our region.

Learn more: www.nwtc.edu/NAEYC

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In the new Exchange Community Voices article, "When the Work Fits the Human: Designing Organizations Where People Want to Stay," Karen Foster-Jorgensen invites us to rethink leadership in early childhood.

When we align roles with people’s strengths and ways of processing the world, something shifts. Energy grows. Meaning deepens. And joy becomes part of the everyday.

✨ 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲: hub.exchangepress.com/articles-on-demand/83996

The most important partnership in early childhood education is between educators and families. Family Friday is when we say that out loud.

To every educator who shows up for both: thank you. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

NAEYC WOYCLinks to an external site.

Have a great weekend!

Play is the work of childhood. Art is how children process, express, and make meaning before language can carry all of it. Artsy Thursday is a celebration of educators who protect that space — and a challenge to anyone still treating arts and play as optional. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

What are your plans for today?

Tasty Tuesday-April 14-WOYC One of the most powerful things an early childhood educator can do is make a child feel like their home and family are honored in their early learning program. Tasty Tuesday celebrates the diversity and the practice behind that sense of belonging. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Happy Week of the Young Child! The science on music and early learning is some of the most robust we have. Phonological awareness, emotional regulation, memory, social development — music touches all of it. Music Monday is a chance to celebrate the educators and the research that backs their practice. The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Please let us know how you are celebrating your week.

We support families in Wisconsin. What are you doing for Family Strengthening Month in April?

April is Family Strengthening Month 💙

This month, we come together to shine a light on the importance of keeping children safe, supported, and nurtured. Every child deserves a home and community where they feel loved, valued, and protected.

Prevention starts with strong families, strong communities, and strong connections. Small acts—listening, offering help, showing empathy—can make a big difference in a child’s life.

💙 Wear blue.
🌱 Plant a pinwheel.
🤝 Support a family.
📣 Speak up for children who need a voice.

Together, we can build a safer, healthier future for all children.




Abril es el mes de fortalecer a las familias 💙

Este mes, nos unimos para resaltar la importancia de mantener a los niños/niñas seguros, apoyados y cuidados. Cada niño/niña merece un hogar y una comunidad donde se sientan amados, valorados y protegidos.

La prevención comienza con familias fuertes, comunidades sólidas y conexiones fuertes. Los pequeños actos—escuchar, ofrecer ayuda, mostrar empatía—pueden marcar una gran diferencia en la vida de un niño/niña.

💙 Vista de azul.
🌱 Plante un molinillo.
🤝 Apoye a una familia.
📣 Hable por los niños/las niñas que necesitan una voz

Juntos, podemos construir un futuro más seguro y saludable para todos los niños/niñas.

As we approach The Week of the Young Child, let's talk about the whys of quality care for all children. Please watch this video from the Wisconsin Alliance for Infant Mental Health. Very well done video.

Why Invest in Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health? -- Infant and early childhood mental health is defined as the healthy social and emotional development of children from birth to age 5. More s...