Stamford Cradle to Career

Today, we give thanks for our amazing community, the connections we share, and the support we give one another. Wishing you and your loved ones a day filled with gratitude, joy, and plenty of delicious food! #Thanksgiving2024 #Gratitude #CommunityLove

We were thrilled to host over 30 attendees at the Stamford Childcare Community Needs Meeting—a dynamic evening dedicated to building stronger early childcare solutions in our city. ?? Participants included family daycare owners, community members exploring opening family daycares, and representatives from organizations committed to early childcare. ? Special highlights: - Insights from Nicole Villanueva and Tracey Madden-Hennessey, leaders of Connecticut’s first childcare incubator in New Britain. - A visit from State Representative Corey Paris and experts from The Connecticut Project. - An engaging panel and Q&A session packed with actionable ideas to expand childcare options in Stamford. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to this impactful conversation! ?? #StamfordCT #EarlyChildcare #CommunitySupport #BuildingBrighterFutures

Join us on December 5th at 6:30 PM for an important workshop tackling the growing issue of bullying. Together, we’ll explore: ?? What is bullying? Why are children with disabilities more vulnerable? ?? How can we address bullying at school, for LGBTQ+ individuals, in the workplace, and beyond? ?? Tips for preventing bullying, identifying triggers, and supporting kids through trauma. ?? When: December 5th, 6:30 PM ??? Scan the QR code to register! Let’s work together to create safer, more inclusive spaces for everyone. ?? #StopBullying #CommunitySupport #InclusiveSpaces #BullyingPrevention

Last Friday, the Power of Place Convening wrapped up after an inspiring gathering of leaders, educators, and advocates working to support vulnerable children and families. Harlem Children's Zone Geoffrey Canada and Kwame Owusu-Kesse shared powerful strategies for using place-based approaches to uplift entire communities, while Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona emphasized the role of education in fostering resilience. Staff from all five Connecticut Cradle to Career collectives attended, proudly representing our state’s dedication to collective impact. A highlight of the convening was meeting Monroe Nichols, the first Black mayor of Tulsa, a powerful moment underscoring the importance of representation in leadership. ??? Norwalk ACTS Bridgeport Prospers Cradle to Career Waterbury Bridge to Success (BTS) Community Partnership Danbury Collective #PowerOfPlace #CommunityImpact #RepresentationMatters #CradleToCareer

Join us for a Q&A session following the workshop "Dealing with Evictions and What Comes Next" - presented by Sharona Cowan, Director of Housing Services. Get the guidance you need and have your questions answered. ?? Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024 ? Time: 6:30PM - 7:30PM ?? Scan QR code to join or click this link - https://loom.ly/A03LGZY Spanish translation will be available! Don’t miss this chance to get expert advice and support! #stamford

This event has been postponed to a later date. Please stay tuned for more information.

Empower yourself with knowledge at our Know Your Rights Workshop! This workshop will cover essential civic rights, including how tob obtain and renew a driver's license, protection for tenant lease agreements and housing laws, and additional rights that can help you navigate daily life. Join us on Tuesday from 6PM - 7PM and gain the tools to advocate for yourself and your community. Join by scanning the QR code or clicking this link - https://loom.ly/W6op6tI

Huge congratulations to the Danbury Collective on becoming the newest member of the StriveTogether Cradle to Career Network! Joining this national network of 70 communities is a testament to your commitment to ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive from cradle to career. As the fifth Connecticut community to join the network, alongside Bridgeport Prospers Cradle to Career Stamford Cradle to Career Norwalk ACTS and Waterbury Bridge to Success (BTS) Community Partnership , you're helping to amplify the impact for kids and families across our state. We're excited to see the incredible work you'll continue to do for Danbury and beyond.

Mark your calendar for November 20th and join us for the Childcare Incubator meeting at the Boys & Girls Club. We'll brainstorm ways to expand access to affordable, quality childcare in Stamford. Whether you're a parent, caregiver or advocate, your input is essential in helping us shape solutions that support local families. #stamford #childcare #solutions

Our staff were at the Community Schools and University Assisted Community Schools Convening in Philidelphia earlier this week. We dove into learning about impactful partnerships between universities and community schools, along with citywide and statewide community school initiatives. Exited to bring these valuable insights back to Connecticut to strengthen collaboration with our local colleagues and universities for the benefit of our communities. Thank you to the University Assisted Community Schools Network, the Netter Center for Community Partnerships and IEL's Coalition for Community Schools for this inspiring opportunity! Netter Center for Community Partnerships at the University of Pennsylvania Stamford Public Schools #stamford #communityschools