Jun 13

Head Start Stories

Since 1965, Head Start has served millions of children and families by promoting school readiness, by providing comprehensive services, and by emphasizing the role of parents as their child’s first and most important teacher. There are stories of how Head Start has impacted the lives of the children, parents, neighbors, and staff that have been […]

Mar 21

Local Child Care Earns Highest Five Star Award For Excellence

Council on Rural Services is proud to announce that the Kids Learning Place located in Union City has earned their “FIVE Star Rating” in the Step Up to Quality program from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Kids Learning Place is the only Five Star Award program in Darke County. Congratulations go to […]

Dec 23

Staff Training Week

Teaching staff and Child Advocates enjoyed a training opportunity on Monday, Dec 21 around STEM provided by Patti Jo Wilson, a trainer from Lakeshore. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Discussion began with how people learn/retain best with retention being highest when learning is experienced and when we teach others. Providing materials and […]