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Arapahoe County Early Childhood Council,
Inc.
Vision: Supporting a Safe, Smart, and
Healthy Start for Children and their families
Mission: The ACECC is a collaborative
promoting high quality programs and services which support a Safe, Smart, and
Healthy Start for young children and their families in Arapahoe County.
Shared Values:
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We are champions for children and
families
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Early years are critical and unique time
to ensure optimal development. Children can’t wait.
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Families and communities are
interdependent: strong families and healthy children create thriving
communities.
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Every parent needs support at home, at
work and throughout the community, from families, friends, neighbors and
community resources.
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Communities have a shared responsibility
to invest in young children and their families.
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Collaboration is essential for
development and delivery of innovative, sustainable and effective programs
and services.
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Children require a well educated and
compensated early care and education work force to ensure quality care and
positive outcomes.
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Early intervention is effective in
addressing the individual needs of children who have different risks,
vulnerabilities and developmental needs.
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ECE Professional need ongoing education
and support to succeed in their vocation and our collaborative is dedicated
to ensuring these opportunities.
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Every child deserves an opportunity to
thrive.
Guiding Principals:
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Partners bring resources to the Council
to develop collaborative initiatives that optimize the use of resources and
opportunities.
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Collaborative efforts of the Council
stimulate broad and diverse public/ private sector participation in early
childhood efforts.
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Partners engage public policy
leaders and increase their commitment to meet the needs of children and
families in Arapahoe County.
Working across boundaries to deliver
greater service, support, and outcomes for children and communities
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