Program areas at CRCL
The early childhood education program serves children ages 3 through 5, preparing children for future success in school. The program uses the Creative Curriculum for preschool to infuse literacy, math, science, social studies, critical thinking, and program solving into lesson plans. Programming is offered on a full-day, year-long model in a variety of settings, including center-based programs, preschool classrooms embedded in local charter schools, and through a network of partners and subrecipients that offer programming in centers or in a licensed family child care setting. Embedded parent and family supports help connect caregivers to resources needed to uplift and strengthen the whole family.
The out-of-school-time program serves children from ages 5 to 17 with high-quality afterschool and summer day camp services. Programs are offered in a center-based model and through partner school locations. The program focuses on providing academic and enrichment support, social-emotional development, STEM learning, arts education, sport and physical activity, and leadership development.
The infant and toddler program provides education programming for children from birth to 3 years of age. Programming is offered on a full-day, year-long model in a variety of settings, including center-based programs, home visiting services (also offered to expectant parents), and through a network of partners and subrecipients that offer programming in centers, home visits, or in licensed family child care settings. Embedded parent and family supports help connect caregivers to resources needed to uplift and strengthen the whole family.
Community Programming