Resources
Welcoming New Leadership: A Note from Our Executive Director
I’m honored to introduce myself as the new Executive Director of Children’s Institute. As someone who is deeply committed to this community and the work we do together, I’m excited to begin this new chapter with you.
A Note from Our Executive DirectorRochester Early Childhood Assessment Partnership: Celebrating over 30 years of a successful community-wide educational partnership
The Rochester NY community collaborated for over 30 years to develop, implement, improve, and innovate its early education quality improvement system known as Rochester Early Childhood Assessment Partnership (RECAP).
Take a look at the 27th Annual RECAP report!CI Develops Culturally Responsive SEL Classroom Practices Tool
Children’s Institute has developed the Culturally Responsive SEL Classroom Practices Tool. The tool is designed to be an observational assessment and coaching tool that will help teachers improve their SEL practice and better support their students’ social emotional development and learning.
Read more about the new tool!Blog
24 April 2026
Children's Institute's Partnership with QUALITYstarsNY
QUALITYstarsNY is New York State’s voluntary five-star Quality Rating and Improvement System for early childhood programs. It focuses on its evidence-based practices to ensure young children in participating programs have access to excellence, and their families can trust the level of quality in the programs they choose.
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16 April 2026
How GROW Helped One Teacher Turn Concern into Support
Teachers are often the first to notice when a child may need a little extra support. When they have the right tools and partners, those early observations can make a real difference for children and families.
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6 April 2026
Outdoor Play: An Essential Part of Child Development
Outdoor play is a big part of how young children grow and learn. When children are outside, they have the space and freedom to really move including running, climbing, balancing, and exploring in ways that aren’t possible indoors. That kind of movement not only builds strong bodies, but it also builds confidence and resilience.
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