Thanks to generous support from philanthropic funders, for more than a decade the Y has made a meaningful impact connecting with Hispanic and Latino families preparing children for kindergarten. It’s called the Early Learning Readiness program, and as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we want to shine a light on this bilingual mobile, evidence-based initiative that engages caregivers and their children.
IN THIS EPISODE:
[03:27] Yeni begins by sharing how the Early Learning Readiness Program works.
[07:53] Yeni explains how the program embraces the different cultures that are represented by the members.
[09:20] Alma shares what her experience has been working in the ELR program.
[11:17] Yeni explains how they measure the impact and the effectiveness of ELR on children's readiness for formal education.
[14:09] Families continue to bring all of their children to the program because they see the impact it has made on the older siblings.
[20:01] Yeni reminds listeners that this program is free and says her passion is created by the ability to help others.
[22:42] Yeni and Alma share their Y stories.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
The Early Learning Readiness Program provides families with the resources and tools to equip children to learn at home.
The ELR Program is available to children who otherwise would have no opportunity for early learning and is free to families because of corporate donations.
The program is a collaborative effort between the facilitators and the families. There is no judgment on how they are parenting.
RESOURCE LINKS:
YMCA Atlanta Membership - Website
The Early Learning Program - YMCA Metro Atlanta
678- 728-1844 - Early Learning Program
