The Vickie and Dan Renshaw Early Childhood Center (ECC) provides developmentally appropriate activities in inclusive group settings for children of all abilities. Group sessions will be composed of a ratio of approximately 50% non-delayed children to 50% delayed children. Groups are currently provided for children between the ages of 15 months and 6 years old. Parents/guardians should contact ECC if they wish to enroll their child.
ECC developmental play group session times vary according to the age of the children and the schedule of activities. However a sample toddler and preschool group schedule is included below for your review.
SAMPLE Toddler (15mths to 3yrs) Schedule (2 or 2 ½ hours)
CENTERS (guided free play)—60 minutes
STORY TIME (book & songs related to theme)—15 minutes
SNACK—15 minutes
SMALL GROUP (art and/or sensory activities related to theme)—30 minutes
MUSIC & MOVEMENT CLASS—30 minutes
SAMPLE Preschool (3 to 5 yrs) Schedule (2 or 2 ½ hours)
MORNING CIRCLE (choose centers)—10 minutes
CENTERS -- 50 minutes
CIRCLE (book and song related to theme)
SNACK—15 minutes
SMALL GROUPS (Art, Sensory, theme-related activity)—30 minutes
MUSIC & MOVEMENT CLASS—30 minutes
Other Services: ECC provides limited outreach consultation to assist and provide training for families of children with special needs who are dealing with significant behavioral issues. ECC also has limited funding for occupational therapy evaluations.
