Making Children a Priority!
February, 2018
In This Issue

Time Out
24:1 ECLC
Training
CACFP Week
Congratulations
Autism Conference
Thank You
Gala Event

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Time Out!


Gina Dattilo was asked to assist a childcare with a new teacher and to help them work with Kayla, a very active child. Find out what they did to help the new teacher and the soon-to-be kindergartner.
24:1 Early Childhood Learning Center

The young children at the 24:1 Early Childhood Learning Center had so much fun tearing paper into little pieces. This simple activity is a great way to build fine motor skills and strengthen small hands! If you would like to find out how to enroll in our free, half-day preschool program for children in the Normandy Schools area, call 314-383-3252.

Training

Are you interested in obtaining a CPR Certification? We offer Adult and Infant CPR and Adult and Pediatric First Aid. Both training meets DSS and DHSS requirements.

Learn more about our April training sessions below.
National CACFP Week

CACFP Week March 11-18, is a national education and information campaign sponsored annually by the National CACFP Sponsors Association. The campaign is designed to raise awareness of how the USDA's Child and Adult Care Food Program works to combat hunger. The CACFP brings healthy foods to tables across the country for children in child care centers, homes, and afterschool as well as for adults in day care.

Thank you providers for your wonderful work of providing nutritious meals to the children in your care.

We're So PROUD of You Christy!

Christy Frazier, Nutrition Programs Administrator has received a very special, all expenses paid invitation to General Mills' Headquarters on March 6-8. Find out why!
19th International Conference on Autism, Intellectual Disability & Development Disabilities

On January 17-19, our Awesome Inclusion Team Lisa Eberle-mayse Gina Dattilo Jan Inman Karen Luedders Base , Kristina Royer and  Jennifer Pearson Rush   attended the 19th International Conference on Autism, Intellectual Disability & Development Disabilities in Clearwarter Beach, Florida. This training centered on research informed practice, including strategies, innovations, and information related to best practices for teaching students with autism, intellectual disability, and other developmental disabilities. Learn more about the Inclusion Services below.

Thank You!

Congratulations on achieving your anniversary with us! We know you have worked hard for this accomplishment and we truly appreciate your dedication.
Anita Stover, Inclusion Specialist, celebrates 18 years with United 4 Children. Anita, m ay you continue to inspire us for many years to come! And may you always remember how much you are needed, respected and valued! Happy Anniversary.
Lisa Smith , Nutrition Director, celebrates 15 years with United 4 Children. Lisa, y ou have showed us that working in a team does not mean "great another one does it." Thanks for that and we wish you all the best on your anniversary day.
Brittney Wilson, 24:1 ECLC Teacher, celebrates 1 year with United 4 Children. Brittney the 24:1 Early Childhood Learning Centers' future is sure to be bright with team members like you! Your hard work and creativity is an inspiration to us all. Happy Anniversary!
Bridget Foster, Missouri Nutrition Consultant, celebrates 1 year with United 4 Children. Thank you Bridget for being such a valuable member of the team. we wish you continued success in your career in the Nutrition Department. Happy Anniversary!


Join Us!

For our much anticipated annual gala. Would you like to volunteer at our gala? We have just the job for you! Contact Danyelle Dosunmu at dosunmud@united4children.org.