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Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)

Research shows that children are more successful when their parents are involved in their classroom experience. Enrich your child’s learning experience by donating your time and effort as a member of the ÌìÌì³Ô¹Ï Child Care Center’s Parent Advisory Committee (PAC).

Benefits of attending PAC meetings include:

1. Playing a positive part in creating the best Child Care Center possible for your child.
2. Modeling to your child the importance of taking a leadership role in the community.
3. Meeting other parents who have children attending the Center.
4. Receiving monthly updates from the director about recent developments at the Center.
5. Raising additional funds that add to your child's education and enrichment.
6. Getting a behind-the-scenes view of Center activities.
7. Having a voice in the future of the Center.

All parents of children enrolled at the Center are eligible to be members. The PAC's role is to provide constructive input and support the Center through fundraising and volunteer efforts that directly benefit all of the children and teachers at the Center. The PAC organizes several activities each year including a welcome back potluck dinner, a walkathon, a children's art show, teacher appreciation lunches and other fundraisers throughout the year.

The PAC meets the first week of each month for one hour to discuss Center-wide issues and to plan events. Meeting notices are posted on the Parent Board in advance, and childcare for students of the Center and their siblings is available until 6 p.m.

You are encouraged to attend and share ideas or volunteer for an event; there are opportunities to help big or small. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact one of the PAC co-chairs.

Food Service

Your child’s meals and snacks are provided by . Please visit News and Announcements to view the current menu at the Center.

Activities

Each classroom provides age-appropriate, seasonal activities throughout the year for children to participate and learn. Such activities include Fire Prevention Week, Pajama Day and other monthly themes. Please visit News and Announcements to read the latest in monthly plans for each classroom.

Open House Night - September and May

Held annually in September, Open House Night is designed to provide an opportunity for all NEIUCCC parents and children to meet with their child's teachers and staff. 

Parent-Teacher Conference Twice a Year: November and May

In November, we will hold our fall conferences virtually. This is an opportunity for teachers and parents to connect and discuss each child. Teachers will share what they’ve observed in the classroom—your child’s strengths, interests, and areas where they may need extra support. Parents can also share what they see at home, ask questions, and discuss goals for the year.

In May, we will meet in person to collect the child's end-of-year portfolio, revisit these conversations, celebrate growth, and set new goals if necessary.

In the meantime, if you ever have a concern or would like to discuss your child, you don’t need to wait until conferences—just let us know, and we can arrange a time to meet. 

Events

Children enjoy a variety of events throughout the year, such as:

Fundraising