For my web resource I chose the Harlem Children's Zone. (http://hcz.org/) This organization's main focus is to reshape and refocus the community in Central Harlem. The project started in the 1990s and has since grown serving 100 blocks within the Harlem community. The Harlem Children's Zone help children and their education from birth through college age. Not only do they provide valuable education the the children and young adults but they also help families and the community as well.
While looking over the newsletters I can see that their President/CEO, Geoffrey Canada, is a very vocal person and speaks out greatly about the Harlem Children's Zone and what they stand for. One article that caught my eye was about Canada speaking to the NY Times about why early education is so important. Canada goes on to explain in the article that a solid educational foundation is key in a person's success. The earlier we start then the more potential they will have in their later school success. He also explained that it is important to remember that while a child may be in a pre-kindergarten program, it is important for educators to continue to support them developmentally (Canada, 2013). I believe this article would be very helpful to many of the families and the community that he serves. It explains their purpose and and mine when it comes to early childhood education.
I am interested in learning more from the Harlem Children's Zone as well as Geoffrey Canada their President/CEO. Many of their newsletter articles contain how their program is being successful and helping the children and their community. There are also links to various articles and videos that feature Geoffrey Canada as he explains the importance of their program and why they can continue to be successful in better a child's future. I hope to learn more from this great organization.
References
Canada, G. (2013). Start Early and Provide Support. Retrieved from: http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2013/02/25/is-public-preschool-a-smart-investment/start-school-early-and-provide-for-them-throughout
Heather,
ReplyDeleteThank-you for sharing about the Harlem’s Children Zone organization. It is great to see that the organization supports children from birth through college age, families, and communities. I would also like to learn more about Geoffrey Canada and his mission/goals. I say this because it is so beneficial for people like him to advocate why early education is so important. It is good for families and communities to understand that even though a child is in pre-kindergarten he/she still needs to be supported developmentally like Canada mentioned. I look forward to reading about more articles through your blog.
Thanks for sharing!
Staci
I believe Geoffrey Canada is doing ground breaking work in Harlem and he has been recognized as such. He recently won the National Freedom Award and Fortune Magazine named him #12 on the list of the World’s 50 Greatest Leaders. He recently stepped down as CEO and as of July 1st, Anne Williams-Isom is the new Chief Executive Officer of the Harlem Children’s Zone. I'm sure his ground breaking work will continue as he is still invested in the organization he founded.
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ReplyDeleteI also reviewed the Harlem Children Zone website and they seem to be very invested in the success of children’s future. Your post is so correct the earlier we start working with children the effects the success of them developmental. I have also signed-up for the Harlem Children Zone newsletter, it will be a great added resources and I hope to learn from the organization. Thank you for sharing the information.
Hello Heather! Harlem Children’s Zone sounds very interesting and beneficial to children. I like the fact that they start from birth and continue until the child reaches college age with their assistance. It is good when a child has a familiar source that follows them and acts as a positive influence in their lives. I look forward to checking in with you to hear about their news and ways in which they are growing throughout this course!
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