Amazing organization. I love the service projects and connecting to the community. Valley of the Sun continues to go over and above when it comes to serving children and families.
Being part of the VSAEYC board has been an honor. The Flip This Playground initiative brings intentional focus to the outdoor spaces of schools around the valley, and truly transforms these spaces from playgrounds to “outdoor classrooms”.
The Valley of the Sun Early Childhood Association has dedicated itself to continuing professional development to many teachers and administrators in the Phoenix area. Their leadership has worked continuously to promote the importance of continuing education through seminars and education classes. They know that through dedication and tireless support, they can make a difference in the successful education of disadvantaged children in this area. Continually seeking monetary support is the main challenge that faces any organization. The Valley of the Sun understands this but continually succeeds in meeting its annual goals. It is a driven organization that would be missed if it ever had to close it’s doors.
Over several years, Valley of the Sus Association for the Education of Young Children offered many opportunities for pre-service teachers to volunteer at the many events supported through this community-minded organization. Pre-service teachers profited from experiences that fostered direct contact with young children and their families.
The Valley of the sun is dedicated to serving the community as well as children and families. Various services are provided in a setting of learning to enhance and further develop a child imagination the mariposa garden is a wonderful display of this.
Valley of the Sun Association for the Education of Young Children is truly dedicated to helping young children, their families, and professionals in the early childhood field thrive. It has been a pleasure, as a Board Member, to see how everything the organization does revolves around helping young children. The Flip This Playground project has been a joy to watch, as outdoor spaces are transformed into beautiful, fruitful and educational spaces. I also love the Light the Fire professional development program that connects young professionals in the field. I am proud to be associated with such a devoted organization.
Valley of the Sun Association for the Education of Young Children is an amazing organization. I have been in the early childhood field for a long time. When I first started in my career, I could always count on VSAEYC to provide excellent professional development to help me provide a developmentally appropriate environment for my young learners. At the time, I worked in Head Start and VSAEYC supported new incoming educators with scholarships to continue pursuing education classes or CEU's. The board members work tirelessly to continue the mission of the state chapter AEYC and the national chapter NAEYC. Thank you for all your hard work , dedication and passion for the Birth to age 8 community.
Helped to install gardens and library box at a Head Start location. This organization is helping the schools that need it most.
They are committed to delivering on the promise of high-quality early learning. They have worked to achieve a collective vision: that all young children thrive and learn in a society dedicated to ensuring they reach their full potential.
They are building leaders from the start with Professional Development opportunities for early childhood workforce and transforming playgrounds in much needed preschool and Title 1 schools.
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I have volunteered with the Valley of the Sun Association for the Education of Young Children and they are dedicated to ensuring that they do their best to build quality in the early childhood workforce.
I have attended their professional development trainings offered in the state for providers working with young children and they are very informative and the best I have ever attended. The presenters are very knowledgeable and the classes are affordable for all.
The Flip This Playground project, creates opportunities to change a school's outdoor playground that is in poor condition and provide a rich environment where children can learn and grow. Parents and teachers are asked to participate in the construction making them part of this learning experience that will last for many years.
Valley of the Sun has been dedicated to developing the love of reading and learning to young students for many years. Their leadership and innovation towards bringing teachers and students together have fostered many tranquil, long-term settings that have stood the test of time. The principles that are employed are founded on principles and policies created by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
The Coyotes Foundation sponsored the Harmony Garden at Sunrise Preschool. last year which was such a great undertaking and greatly appreciated by The Valley of The Sun organization ,teachers , parents, but most of all by the students. This was a Flip the Playground Project whereby play,nature, and reading came together all in one location. It gave students a chance to be outdoors and to appreciate nature and . What a nice way to learn!!! Thank you Coyotes and everyone who made this project successful . Sincerely,, Susan Cahalan- member -at- large and teacher.
What an amazing organization that supports children and families.
Collaborators, students, partners, and community stakeholders benefit from the Valley of the Sun Association. If you are interested in advocating for children and families and making a difference in the state of Arizona...check us out~
