We are honored to be among the outstanding organizations selected as grant recipients by the Early Childhood Investment Corporation. These funds will allow us to continue the important work around our Edison Early Childhood Education Career Pathway, which serves to nurture the development of Early Learning Professionals and high quality childcare, right here in Kalamazoo County.
Sadia Faisal, Early Learning Professional
Sadia participated in the Edison Early Childhood Education Career Pathway, and is now working in her dream role, helping young children foster a love of learning.
Language barrier key to welcoming refugees
Esperance Mukeshayezu and Carol Pratt meet three days a week for an hour and a half at the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Portage. Mukeshayezu escaped genocide in Rwanda and Pratt, a volunteer tutor at the Kalamazoo Literacy Council, helps her improve her English skills.
Parents encouraged to share ideas in upcoming early childhood education summit
The partnership has been moving to its next phases in December, including planning of a summit focusing on attaining input from local parents, and learning their priorities and concerns regarding early childhood education.
Western, Kalamazoo Literacy Council team up to boost adult literacy
WMU president Dr. Edward Montgomery formally announced the partnership during his welcome address Friday, December 10, at the 2021 Adult Literacy Research and Training Symposium.
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