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About 明亮的开端

明亮的开端 serves families in Kent County with children from prenatal to kindergarten entry. We also offer home visits and playgroups in Spanish. Program services are free.

明亮的开端 is a Blue Ribbon Model Affiliate of the 父母当老师 program that promotes young children's early development, 学习, and health by supporting and engaging their parents and caregivers.

We believe that young children learn and grow in strong families where parents are able to successfully face the challenge of caring for their children while meeting their work and other responsibilities. 明亮的开端 is a support program that nurtures families allowing their children to thrive!

The 明亮的开端 program includes the following services:

  • Virtual, Outdoor, and in-首页 personalized Visits 
  • Playgroups and Parent Meetings
  • Developmental Screenings
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The Blue Ribbon award was presented to 明亮的开端 in 2019 and recognized our program for meeting and exceeding the highest standards for home visiting programs.


 

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​Have you ever wished that you could have someone walk side by side with you in your journey of parenthood? Do you have questions about your child's development or think that life would be easier if your child would have come with an "Owner's Manual?" 

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Parent uedbet官网 are available to journey with you through the early years of raising your children. A Parent Educator will help you to understand your child's development and how they learn best. We offer parenting tips and strategies on parenting topics such as temper tantrums and sleepless nights.

A Parent Educator will visit with your family monthly or bi-monthly with personalized information focused on your family's needs, 担忧, 和目标. 首页 visits typically last for one hour per visit depending on the size of your family. Virtual or outdoor visits are available as well.

Parent uedbet官网 will focus on these three areas during your home visit:

  • Parent-Child Interaction and Play
  • Parenting Challenges 
  • 家庭幸福 

Baby Buddies is a group facilitated by a Parent Educator. It is a delightful setting for babies who are pre-walkers and their caregivers to engage in activities together. Developmental activities include circle time with 歌曲 and activities as well as a special topic related to development.

Babies and their caregivers also get the opportunity to engage in free play in our age-appropriate playroom at uedbet官网ISD.

North Kent Baby Buddies is located at Red Hawk Intermediate Middle School 在雪松泉. Contact Kristi Webber at 616-439-4118 for more details.

South Kent Baby Buddies is located at Hamilton 儿童早期 Center 在Kentwood.

 

明亮的开端 offer screenings for families through our home visiting program. These screenings include:

  • 健康
  • 听觉和视觉 
  • 儿童发展 
  • Social and Emotional

听觉和视觉 screenings are also available at a different playgroup location each month

什么是游戏小组?

  • A Playgroup is a great opportunity for parents or caregivers and children birth – 5 years to experience fun and focused play together in a safe and educational setting.
  • Groups are facilitated by a Parent Educator and are typically held at local school districts, 库, 公园, 社区中心, 或者在脸谱网上直播.
  • Parent uedbet官网 support families by offering developmentally appropriate activities, 有趣的想法, 故事, 歌曲, and health and nutrition tips.

Who attends Playgroups?

  • Unless age is specified, playgroups are appropriate for children ages infancy through Kindergarten entry. Baby Buddies is designed for children who have not started walking yet and their caregivers.
  • Caregivers attend the playgroup with their children and are encouraged to play alongside their children.

Where are Playgroups located?

  • 此时此刻, Playgroups are typically held at local preschools and elementary schools, 库, 公园, 社区中心, 或者在脸谱网上直播. When it is recommended by uedbet官网ISD and the CDC, we may have to cancel in-person groups, and will resume virtual groups more often.  If the weather is not cooperating, outdoor groups will be canceled.
  • 全年, we also offer several field trips to places such as Frederik Meijer Gardens, 当地的农场, or 社区中心. 

有什么代价吗??
Unless specified, playgroups are provided at no cost. There may be a small fee included for field trips. 

How long does a Playgroup last? 
Playgroups typically last one hour but some may be longer depending on the group.

什么是游戏小组 Theme?
You may notice that some playgroups have themes such as Winter Wonderland or Happy Hearts. This indicates that some of the activities may be based on the theme for that day.

Do I need to pre-register?
Pre-registration is only required if you see an indication of RSVP on the calendar for a specific group.

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即将到来的学习班

May 2024 Playgroup 日历
 

Baby Buddies Calendar
 

Visit our online Playgroup Calendar on your phone for an easy-to-read listing that allows you to sort playgroups by school district and/or date.

取消 政策

If the local school district in which the 明亮的开端 playgroup is being held cancels school, then the playgroup is also canceled. Typically, a playgroup that is canceled due to weather will not be rescheduled. School delays may affect playgroup scheduling, please contact your Parent Educator for information.

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