Effie Bennett-Powe
Child Development Center

The Effie Bennett-Powe Child Development Center is a nationally accredited preschool program and a division of the Early Childhood Programs here at SUNY Cobleskill.

 

Enrollment Eligibility

 

  • Child ages 3 to 5
  • Priority given to children of college students, faculty, and staff
  • Progression with toileting is considered
  • Acceptance into the program is based upon the date when the Early Childhood Office receives your application
  • Tuition assistance is available upon conditions met


Programs Offered Monday through Thursday following the College Calendar

 

Morning Program Schedule:

  • Arrival time:  8:15 am
  • Pickup time:  11:15 am

 

Afternoon Program Schedule:

  • Arrival time:  12:15 pm
  • Pickup time:  3:15 pm

 

Program Design

 

  • Daily schedule includes whole group times and individual open-ended center activities including dramatic play, blocks, language and literacy activities, mathematics and science concept activities, technology, nature, and outdoor play in a safe environment
  • Developmentally appropriate practice is the core value of this program
  • The Creative Curriculum® For Preschool learning objectives guide lesson planning that considers a child’s development in all areas
  • Reggio Emilia philosophy strongly influences experiences and environment
  • Anti-Bias education is embedded into all aspects of programming design
  • Families are included, supported, and welcomed

 

Staffing

 

  • Master Teacher/Director: Nancy Collins
  • B.S. student interns
  • A.A.S. practicum students

 

 

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