Thirty-three child care centers from a diverse array of neighborhoods in Memphis and Shelby County were recently recognized by Mayor A C Wharton, the University of Memphis and statewide peers for earning accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC.). NAEYC accreditation certifies that a child care program is delivering the highest quality early childhood development, the foundation for children’s academic and lifelong success and a cornerstone of Fast Forward’s education and workforce development strategy.
Meeting NAEYC’s rigorous standards indicates that a childcare program is fully equipped to help young children reach their full potential. These standards include a safe and healthy environment, higher academic standards for teachers, excellence in teaching techniques and curriculum, and the ability to meet the individual needs of children and families.
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