Chatham County Partnership for Children
Jennifer Wood and Jenice Walton
Financial Assistance
Strengthening early education by enhancing support for NC Pre-K programs, ensuring all children have access to high-quality learning experiences.
Investing in school readiness by providing financial support that helps bridge opportunity gaps for families in need.
How did it go?
This year, our NC Pre-K program was successfully implemented through strong partnerships with site providers, ensuring high-quality instruction, compliance with program standards, and meaningful family engagement. Ongoing collaboration and professional development supported continuous improvement and helped prepare children for kindergarten success. A significant achievement happened when six of our public school sites completed their rated licensure observations and assessment this spring. All sites scored at least a 5.5, allowing all of them to maintain their five star license, reflecting the dedication of teachers, administrators, and partners to maintaining high-quality learning environments. The primary challenge was recruiting and retaining qualified staff, particularly at Head Start, highlighting the continued need to strengthen recruitment and retention efforts while ensuring consistent, high-quality programming.
Successes
The following are a few testimonials from NC Pre-K parents this year:
“Since starting at NCPK, my daughter has grown so much. She’s learning to use her words, solve problems, and play nicely with other kids. What’s been the biggest surprise for me is seeing my youngest daughter—who’s always been the one taken care of by her older sister—start to look out for others at home, share, and even help solve little disagreements on her own. The teachers at NCPK have created such a caring space where she can explore, express herself, and really thrive.”
“En todo momento me sentí muy segura de entregar a mi hija y saber que ella va a estar bien” At all times, I felt very confident entrusting my daughter to them and knowing she would be well.
“He has come out of his shell. He is excited to come to school everyday. His learning has blown me away. They have done an awesome job preparing him for kindergarten.”
“Mi hijo le ha gustado mucho su escuela . Aprendió mucho y también le ayudó mucho emocionalmente. El no sabía controlar sus emociones y ahora puede hacerlo mucho mejor.” My son has really liked his school. He learned a lot, and it also helped him a great deal emotionally. He didn’t know how to control his emotions, but now he can do so much better.
“NC PreK has helped my child become more confident and independent this year. They are excited to learn every day and have grown socially and academically.”
Classrooms operated at 98% capacity!
227 children and their families benefitted from free high-quality early childhood education and care!
| Parents highlight student growth! | Parents love NC Pre-K teachers! |
| “My child loves school, his fist experience has been a positive and loving one. He is gaining so much academically, emotionally, socially, and physically.” “My child has matured into someone ready to be a member of their school community. His teachers helped him learn academically but most importantly to me, interpersonally.” “Mi hijo le ha gustado mucho su escuela. Aprendió mucho y también le ayudó mucho emocionalmente. El no sabía controlar sus emociones y ahora puede hacerlo mucho mejor.” “My son has really liked his school. He learned a lot, and it also helped him a great deal emotionally. He didn’t know how to control his emotions, but now he can do so much better.” “Académicamente está aprendiendo mucho, está aprendiendo a ser más sociable y a compartir y convivir con más niños de su edad.” “Academically, he is learning a lot; he is learning to be more sociable and to share and interact with other children his age.” “NC Pre-K has helped my child become more confident and independent this year. They are excited to learn every day and have grown socially and academically.” “My child has grown emotionally and academically through NC Pre-K. They love coming to school and talking about what they learned.” “He has come out of his shell. He is excited to come to school everyday. His learning has blown me away. They have done an awesome job preparing him for kindergarten.” “My son truly enjoyed his prek class, his teachers were welcoming and loving. He learned a lot of independence skills as well as academic.” “My child has grown and learned so much. They have enjoyed the friends she made and her amazing teachers.” “My son learned a lot from his teacher Mrs. Amy Seitz. She would challenge him and he has improved so much. My son didn’t know how to read or spell and now he does. He knows how to add and multiply.” | “Mrs. Amy helped my child learn a lot and improve behavior.” “Has helped so much with speech and social anxiety. The teachers are amazing!” “He’s learning so much! Thank you Becky and Donna!” “Mi hija le encante su escuela, maestros, y amigos.” “My daughter loves her school, teachers, and friends.” “Mrs. Amy Seitz is the best teacher ever. I am so happy to see how much my child has advanced in his learning. He learned about animals, nature, science, and more. I am so grateful for everything Mrs. Amy has done.” “Our teachers — Lucy Wheeler and Tabatha Edwards — were first rate, so thankful!” “We loved Ms. Deisi.” “En todo momento me sentí muy segura de entregar a mi hija y saber que ella va a estar bien.” “At all times, I felt very confident entrusting my daughter to them and knowing she would be well.” “My son could not have had better Pre-K teachers! Donna and Becky are the best!” “Mrs. Amy and Ms. Angie are phenomenal teachers. Truly the best! We are so thankful for this program and their hard work.” “Love love Mrs. Nicole and her team!” “Sus maestras Gaby y Sara son lo mejor de lo mejor.” “Their teachers Gaby and Sara are the best of the best.” “Loved all her teachers they were very nice and helpful especially with potty training.” “We had an incredible experience with the Pre-K group/faculty at CFLC. What an incredible center!” “Wonderful teachers.” “Thank you for the dedication.” |
