Get Ready to GROW ‘popped up’ at Highland Park on June 23!
Guess who is popping up in parks around the county this summer? Our ‘Get Ready to GROW’ bus, in partnership with the Monroe County Library!
Continue readingLet’s celebrate the parents!
As if parenting young children isn’t hard enough. Add the pandemic, remote learning for preschoolers, all kinds of added stress and we know that parents could use a celebration of all they’ve been through.
Continue readingWelcome to our new Intern, Kim Lavender
Hi everyone! I’m Kim Lavender, I'm currently studying to earn a master's in Human Development, with a specialization in early childhood.
Continue readingWelcome to our new Intern, Lauren Marcotte
Hi everyone! I’m Lauren Marcotte, I’m a senior psychology major from SUNY Brockport.
Continue readingLittle Known Facts in Black History: Bessie Coleman
Bessie Coleman was the first African-American woman, and also the first Native-American, to hold a pilot license.
Continue readingLittle Known Facts in Black History: Black Inventors
Most people have heard about and use famous inventions, but may not know the African American inventors behind these devices.
Continue readingCelebrating Black History Month
February 1 marked the start of Black History Month. For those of you who identify as Black, this month offers an opportunity to celebrate and honor your beautiful and also painful history and heritage.
Continue readingFree PPE distribution to child care providers
On Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 5-7 pm, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was distributed to 20 child care businesses that serve Rochester’s children.
Continue readingHoliday Toy Drive 2020
Help make the holidays brighter for the schools and childcare centers that we support!
Continue readingEarl Greene promoted to leadership role
Children’s Institute (CI) is pleased to announce the promotion of Earl Greene, MA, CAMS-1/Fellow, ACT Certified Trainer, who will expand his current role conducting behavior supports for children at Children's Institute.
Continue reading