Our core Values
Children – Children are at the center of our work. We believe that all children, regardless of circumstance, are capable of educational excellence and personal growth, and we are committed to ensuring school readiness and lifelong success for each one.
Families – We believe strong families are essential to helping children on their road to success. By working together, we can provide families with the resources and supports they need to be strong and engaged in their children’s lives.
Communities and Partnerships – We value partnerships and are collaborative in all we do. We work closely with fellow service providers, families, business leaders, elected officials, individuals and the community at large to promote the importance of early learning and to secure educational opportunities for all children.
Equity-. We believe that all children and families should have the resources and opportunities they need to be successful and that all voices are important and should be heard.
Advocacy – We are champions for children, promoting positive change. Our members and community partners are committed to advancing the education and well- being of young children throughout Southern Illinois.
Excellence – We are committed to excellence, providing quality programs and services that make a difference in our community. Designed to further the physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of all children, our strategies are innovative and offer each child an equal opportunity for a successful future.
Families – We believe strong families are essential to helping children on their road to success. By working together, we can provide families with the resources and supports they need to be strong and engaged in their children’s lives.
Communities and Partnerships – We value partnerships and are collaborative in all we do. We work closely with fellow service providers, families, business leaders, elected officials, individuals and the community at large to promote the importance of early learning and to secure educational opportunities for all children.
Equity-. We believe that all children and families should have the resources and opportunities they need to be successful and that all voices are important and should be heard.
Advocacy – We are champions for children, promoting positive change. Our members and community partners are committed to advancing the education and well- being of young children throughout Southern Illinois.
Excellence – We are committed to excellence, providing quality programs and services that make a difference in our community. Designed to further the physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of all children, our strategies are innovative and offer each child an equal opportunity for a successful future.