Early education can help a child grow
Editor, The Sun:
In my opinion, Voluntary pre-kindergarten is one of the smartest ways to set a child up for success because it builds the skills that matter most before kindergarten even begins.
This is one of the many reasons voluntary pre-kindergartens are beneficial for a child.
Children become prepared academically and socially for what the expectation will be when they enter kindergarten.
VPK promotes early practice on recognition of letters, numbers, and establishes routines which can build a child’s confidence and reduce stress when they step into kindergarten for the first time.
Having a child in VPK can also help teachers and families to notice learning or speech needs earlier so the child can receive services that are needed to be successful in school. VPK helps to support working families by providing a structured, reliable early-learning option while still allowing parents to choose what is best for their child and make informed decisions.
In VPK, children get a head start on early reading and math, learn classroom routines, and practice sharing, listening, and working with others – so they walk into kindergarten confident and ready to learn.
When a child is supported, it can make the biggest difference in how they will perceive school in years to come.
Just as important, making it voluntary respects parents’ choices while still giving every child access to a strong start from the very beginning.
Just my opinion on how being mindful of a child’s education supports them throughout the years to come, allowing them to have a strong start.
Mary Cummins
Director
Happy Time Instructional Child Care Center