Young students from the University of Central Florida\u2019s Creative School for Children paraded from their classrooms to the Reflecting Pond on Monday morning to kick off the school\u2019s celebration of The Week of the Young Child.<\/p>\n
The purpose of the week is to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families, and to recognize early childhood programs and services that meet those needs.<\/p>\n
The Week of the Young Child is sponsored annually by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, an association of early childhood professionals.<\/p>\n
The theme for this year\u2019s week is \u201cEarly Years Are Learning Years.\u201d Creative School students will be taught about international cultures, art, health and wellness, and literacy as part of the week\u2019s activities.<\/p>\n
UCF\u2019s Creative School for Children is an early education school on the university\u2019s main campus for the children of UCF students, faculty, staff and the community.<\/p>\n
The school encourages children to become lifelong learners by giving them opportunities to reach their highest potentials, while providing them with meaningful experiences that help them develop critical thinking and communication skills.<\/p>\n
In 2011, the school received accreditation from NAEYC for its quality, accountability and service for parents and children in child care programs. NAEYC\u2019s accreditation standards reflect the latest research and best practices in early childhood education and development.<\/p>\n