Program areas at CRCL
The early childhood education program serves children ages 3 through 5, preparing children for future success in school. The program used the creative curriculum for preschool to infuse literacy, math, science, social studies, critical thinking, and problem solving into lesson plans. Nearly 90% or programming is full-day and year-long, with a traditional half-day head start model also offered. The family child care home network provides quality home-based care for young children throough licensed providers in small group, home settings. Enbedded parent and family services include adult literacy and esl classes, parenting and child development workshops, family activities, and comprehensive social services utilizing the strengthening families model.
The after school enrichment program serves children, ages 6 through 16. Activities include academic support, personal development, fine arts, organized sports, and leadership development. Teens participate in a service Learning project. Social service support, summer youth employment, summer camp, professional music instruction, and an art studio are included.
The center-based infant toddler development progam provides full-day programing for children, ages 6 weeks to 3 years, utilizing the creative curriculum in safe and stimulating environments. The program responds to children's natural cues and provides continuity of care, and fosters early development. Home visiting programs serve families from pregnancy through children age 5 with regular home visits that focus on child development, parenting skills, developmental screenings, and social services. Embedded parent and family services include literacy and esl classes, parenting and child development workshops.
Other program services