Early literacy provides children with the foundation they need to become successful learners. Research shows that literacy gives children an important set of tools for understanding and ...
Teachers and family child care providers are the cornerstone of quality early education and care programs. With well-trained staff, programs are better equipped to give children a safe, stable ...
The Collaborative for Educational Services (CES) Early Childhood Program offers Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation (ECMH) Services for Hampshire and Franklin Counties through our ...
A child's experiences from birth to age five play a significant role in shaping the person that child becomes. The role of parents in making those experiences the best they can be is just as ...
Whether you are a parent looking for support and answers to your many questions, or an early childhood educator looking for professional growth opportunities, we can help.
At the ...
Strong Foundations for Young Children
Strong Foundations for Young Children provides free support for families of infants, toddlers and preschoolers who reside in Hampshire County, MA. Our goal ...
As a parent, you know your child’s strengths and weaknesses better than anyone. Parenting has taught you how to trust your instincts. Still, sometimes you have moments of uncertainty. How do you ...
Suggested Resources from Past Projects
CES has extensive experience working with EEC certified providers as well as public school and district based educators at the preK through early grades ...
Marti Wiechman, M.Ed. is a Child and Parent Educator and Playgroup leader for CFCE at the Collaborative for Educational Services. Marti earned a Bachelor's degree in Special Education with ...
CES offers direct, cost-effective, quality services and programs for vulnerable children, youth and families. Birth – 22 Programs at CES include educational and learning programs provided ...