Guest Blog by Cindy Cole, Director of Psychological Services for the Champlain Valley School District and guest on the May 27th BBF Early Childhood Forum on Mental Health. The picture […]
“This time has been scary and we have been doing our best to adapt to these changes but there are definitely many concerns and struggles as we move forward!” – […]
The notice popped up in my inbox the other day-”This to-do is due soon: April testimonial”. A testimonial, by definition, is a “positive tribute to someone and to their achievements.” […]
Right now across the world we are observing acts of collaboration, kindness and ingenuity. Individuals and organizations are responding to a call to action, shifting their work to use their […]
Dear Vermont’s Early Childhood Community, The events of this past month have been intense and tested the strength of families, communities and Vermont’s early childhood service system. Our state’s response […]
Resources compiled by Beth Truzansky/Building Bright Futures and Lauren Smith/Help Me Grow/Vermont Department of Health Were there really only 31 days in March? Feels like 300! If you are feeling […]
The COVID-19 Pandemic is creating stress on many levels. Several families with young children are trying to figure out how to balance the demands of working and parenting/homeschooling from home, […]
What do I have to offer to prevent the spread and impact of COVID 19? I’m not an infectious disease expert however I am a professional facilitator, convener and supervisor. […]
Orleans and Northern Essex counties are known for beautiful unspoiled landscapes, and remote, sparsely populated communities. For families with young children, making social connections can be challenging. In several communities […]
In February, the State Advisory Council took up several issues critical to our work, including assessing this year’s How Are Vermont’s Young Children & Families report, actions that can be […]
One of the definitions of the word ‘partner’ is one who shares. The word takes on a depth of meanings and added strength in the context of the early childhood […]