In 2008, Temple Emanuel Early Childhood Center was founded as an integral part of the greater Temple Emanuel community; a community that honors intellectual and spiritual growth, holds a deep appreciation of the natural environment, practices a commitment to social action, and respects and celebrates the diversity of our membership. Since then, these rich Jewish values continue to guide and influence the culture and daily life of our ECC program. Our learning practices and pedagogical philosophy are inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach to Early Childhood Education. We view children as competent and capable citizens of the world, full of rights instead of needs. Our educators view themselves as partners and collaborators in the learning process rather than purveyors of knowledge. We encourage children to take risks, question, hypothesize, and think critically. At TEECC, we uphold the value of community and connection, learning to recognize ourselves within the other. Relationships are at the forefront of everything we do. By cultivating rich and meaningful relationships amongst children, families, and educators we foster a learning environment where children feel safe, valued, connected, and supported. Our goal each day is to help children realize the many capacities they possess and discover a love of learning through curiosity, exploration, and inquiry.
