Child Development Schools

💫 ASPIRE Graduate Spotlight 💫 Say hello to Assistant Director, Ryian Gunn, at Childcare Network school #78! Ryian joined CDS in August 2024 and jumped into the ASPIRE program with curiosity and drive. 🔷 Why She Applied: “I wanted to better understand CDS leadership and its mission in order to move up.” 🔷 Her Favorite Part: “I’m a ‘why’ person. The workshops explained WHY we do what we do, and that helped me better understand how to support others.” 🔷 How it Prepared Her: “The program prepared me to support a new director and balance my responsibilities as Assistant Director. It’s helped me become a stronger leader overall.” We’re so proud of Ryian’s growth and commitment to leadership excellence! Congratulations on completing the program! #ChildDevelopmentSchools #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipJourney #TeamCDS

🧸 November is National Child Safety & Protection Month. Keeping children safe is at the heart of everything we do at Child Development Schools. From secure school environments and continuous teacher training to safety drills and parent communication, every measure we take is designed to protect the little ones entrusted to our care. This month—and every month—we’re proud to partner with families to create spaces where children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. 💛 #ChildDevelopmentSchools #ChildSafety #NationalChildSafetyMonth #EarlyEducation

🇲🇽 Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight 🇲🇽 Meet Lizbeth Gutierrez, Assistant Director & Education Coordinator at Childcare Network school #189! Lisbeth proudly brings her Mexican-American heritage into everything she does, inspiring students and sharing her vibrant culture in the classroom. Her dedication helps shape the next generation in meaningful ways. As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we celebrate the incredible contributions, traditions, and stories of Hispanic and Latino communities. Thank you to everyone who shared their culture, pride, and passion with us this month. We can’t wait to continue honoring and learning from these rich traditions all year! #ChildDevelopmentSchools #HispanicHeritageMonth #EarlyEducation

October is Emotional Wellness Month 💛 Emotional wellness is just as important as academic growth. By helping children recognize their feelings, build resilience, and practice kindness, we lay the foundation for lifelong success inside and outside the classroom. This month (and every month), we're proud to nurture not only young minds, but also confident, compassionate hearts. #ChildDevelopmentSchools #EmotionalWellnessMonth #ChildDevelopment #EarlyChildhoodEducation

This week, our schools recognized 🔥 Fire Prevention Week 🔥 by focusing on an essential part of early childhood education: safety. Through age-appropriate lessons and activities, students learned key fire safety practices, such as understanding what to do in an emergency, and the role of firefighters in our communities. These lessons not only build awareness but also empower children with confidence and knowledge that lasts a lifetime. Child Development Schools believes teaching safety is just as important as teaching academics, because it helps shape responsible, prepared, and resilient learners. #ChildDevelopmentSchools #FirePreventionWeek #FireSafety #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ChildDevelopment

🇨🇴 Hispanic Heritage Month 🇨🇴 Hispanic Heritage Month is more than a celebration; it’s a time to reflect on the strength, resilience, and joy within the Hispanic/ Latino community. Talent Management Consultant, Marcades Garcia, reminds us how important it is to honor traditions while appreciating the sacrifices of those who came before us. We’re proud to highlight voices like hers and celebrate the culture that continues to inspire our community every day. #ChildDevelopmentSchools #HispanicHeritageMonth #CelebrateCulture

💫 ASPIRE Graduate Spotlight 💫 Meet Lashana Smith, our newly promoted School Director at Childcare Network school #28! Lashana joined CDS in September 2023 and quickly embraced opportunities for growth by completing her CDA and enrolling in our ASPIRE Director Training Program. 🔷 Why She Applied: “I dared to be different. I had the passion but needed the courage to be a leader. The ASPIRE program gave me that push.” 🔷 Her Favorite Part: “Meeting other Assistant Directors and learning from their shared experiences. The week-by-week breakdown made it easy to grasp new tasks.” 🔷 How it Prepared Her: “As a visual learner, I appreciated the one-on-one feel of the program. I now have a clearer understanding of my responsibilities and expectations as a director.” Please join us in congratulating Lashana on her leadership journey! #ChildDevelopmentSchools #LeadershipDevelopment #CareerGrowth #TeamCDS

🇲🇽 Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight 🇲🇽 Meet Adrianna Alejandro, our Campaign Marketing Manager at Child Development Schools. As a proud Mexican-American, Adrianna shares how her heritage has shaped her journey, breaking barriers in education, embracing her identity, and honoring traditions while sharing the beauty of her culture with others. 💛 We’re proud to celebrate her this month alongside so many incredible voices across our Childcare Network, Sunrise Preschools, and My Small Wonders brands. #ChildDevelopmentSchools #HispanicHeritageMonth

🇲🇽 Hispanic Heritage Month 🇲🇽 Meet Gloria Simón, our NC Pre-K Lead Teacher at Childcare Network school #248! Gloria shares how Childcare Network supported her journey to earning her pre-K teacher certification license and how she uses her bilingual skills to inspire young learners. From counting to singing in Spanish, she shows her the beauty of language and culture every day. 🌎 Through repeated routines and meaningful connections, Gloria helps her class build confidence while embracing the joy of learning a new language. We’re so proud to celebrate Gloria during Hispanic Heritage Month! ❤️💛 #ChildDevelopmentSchools #HispanicHeritageMonth #EarlyChildhoodEducation #NorthCarolina