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Gratitude: Why Educators Deserve to Pour Back Into Themselves
A heartfelt Thanksgiving message for early childhood educators celebrating gratitude, reflection, and growth — and a gentle reminder to invest in themselves during Elite’s Black Friday & Cyber Monday season.

Elite Team of Educators
Nov 19


October Is Head Start Awareness Month: Why Strong Staff = Strong Centers
October is Head Start Awareness Month! Discover how child care directors can tackle low enrollment and turnover with smart staff training solutions.


Helping Children Cope with Change: Smooth Back-to-School Transitions
Back-to-school transitions can be tough. Learn how educators can ease anxiety, support families, and help children thrive in new classrooms.

Elite Team of Educators
Sep 10


Dear Child Care Worker: You Are Enough
Dear Early Childhood Educator: You are enough. Here are 5 heartfelt reasons why I still love this work—especially on the hard days.

Sheika Petteway
Apr 14


Teaching with Heart: Strategies for Working with Young Children on the Autism Spectrum
Teaching with heart means creating inclusive spaces where children on the spectrum feel safe, supported, and celebrated.

Sheika Petteway
Apr 6


Read Aloud, Grow Together: Encouraging a Love for Reading in Early Childhood
Celebrate National Reading Month! Read aloud daily to nurture language, literacy, and a love for books in young learners of all ages.

Elite Team of Educators
Mar 11


Engaging Circle Time Activities for Every Age Group
Create meaningful circle time moments for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age kids with age-appropriate activities.

Sheika Petteway
Feb 17


From Hello to Goodbye: Building Connections During Drop-Off and Pick-Up
Set the tone for brighter days! Discover tips to create meaningful connections during drop-off and pick-up in early childhood centers.

Sheika Petteway
Dec 20, 2024
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