A Child's Place Extended Care, Inc.

ACP District Staff are gearing up for the 2026–2027 school year! ⭐

We’re kicking things off with some professional development led by our very own Kim Sampey, Learning & Development Coordinator!

There’s no better way to start a new school year than learning, growing, and getting ready to make it a great one for our ACP kiddos! 💙

Here’s to a great 2026–2027 school year! 🍎✏️📚

It’s Zoo Day at ACP Blue Bell!
Look at all these cute animals our kiddos got to see today!!
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🎉 Meet Our Chief Operating Officer, Catie Garofalo — && wish her a very Happy Birthday! 🎂

Catie has been part of the A Child’s Place family since 2011 and has truly done it all! From directing our Early Learning Centers and school district programs to now serving as our COO, she is our go-to for all things operations.

Catie is the glue to our crew and keeps ACP running like a well-oiled machine - and if you see her out at one of our programs, there’s a pretty good chance she’s snuggling a baby!

She brings leadership, knowledge, and some serious girl boss energy to ACP every day. 💪✨ Help us wish Catie a Happy Birthday! 💙🧡💜

🎉 Meet Our New Centennial Director – Kristina Zucaro! 🎉

Kirstina brings a wealth of experience in early childhood education and leadership. From the classroom to administration, Kristina has dedicated her career to the field of early childhood education. Her passion for children, families, and building strong programs makes her a wonderful addition to our team.

As a member of the Centennial School District community herself, Kristina is especially excited to serve the children and families in the community she calls home. Please join us in giving Kristina a warm ACP welcome—we can't wait to see the impact she'll make this school year! 💜🧡💙

❤️ Disney Days at Devon! 🖤
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🫧 Foam, friends, and endless fun! Today was filled with laughter, bubbles, and unforgettable memories! ☀️ 🎉

Meet the new West Chester leadership team! 💙🧡💜

Lindsay Giunta, Director, and Nikolai Murphy, Assistant Director are both stepping into these leadership roles for the first time this year.

Lindsay's background as a high school teacher, paired with Nikolai's years of experience in child care, creates the perfect balance of leadership, knowledge, and enthusiasm. Together, they're excited to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff while making a positive impact in the community they call home.

We can't wait to see all they accomplish this school year. 🎉

✨ Meet Kim Sampey, our Coatesville School District Director! ✨

Kim has been an integral part of the A Child's Place family since 2012 and has worn many hats over the years. In addition to leading our Coatesville programs, she also serves as our Learning & Development Coordinator, helping train and support ACP staff company-wide. Most recently, Kim became certified through the Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS), allowing her to continue expanding professional development opportunities for our team.

Whether she's visiting one of our schools, leading a training, or supporting directors behind the scenes, chances are you've seen Kim around! She's known for being incredibly organized, always willing to lend a helping hand, and a true resource for both our staff and families. We are so grateful for everything she brings to Coatesville and to A Child's Place. Thank you for all you do, Kim! 🧡

Little feet, big jumps, unforgettable fun!

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Meet our Blue Bell Co-Directors, Jess Lodise and Jami Noce! 💙

Jess and Jami have been leading our Blue Bell Center together since 2021, but their ACP journeys began long before that. Jess has been part of the A Child's Place family since 2003, and Jami joined in 2014, with both serving in leadership roles before teaming up in Blue Bell.

Fun fact: They're sisters! 👯‍♀️

Together, they've built a welcoming, family-focused center where children are encouraged to grow every day. Their dedication to their staff, families, and kiddos shines through in everything they do, and we're so grateful to have them leading the way.

Thank you, Jess and Jami, for everything you do for A Child's Place and the Blue Bell community! 💙