Today at our Lead meeting, the Leads and I are talked about this article. It's is based on studies where children were offered a treat and told they could eat the treat now, but if you can wait for the researcher to return, they would get two treats. The children who waited for the second marshmallow were more likely to have better SAT scores and better jobs later on in life. My favorite quote from the article is as follows
"Because if you think about it, if the child doesn't believe that second marshmallow is actually going to arrive, then it makes sense to eat the first one." My biggest take away from this piece is our students need to trust their environment and Providers to be successful. This is something we have always known, but it is so wonderful to get a science-based reminder sometimes. We spoke about how each child learns and responds differently. Ms. Clem also pointed out how interesting it is being proactive with children's needs and desires. We spoke about how providing things for our children before they express the need for them will help our students feel safe and loved while at EASY Care. I'm excited to see how the EASY Care staff applies this knowledge and helps to foster a warm and nurturing environment for our students. Feel free to check out the article and discuss your thoughts with the EASY Care staff: www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2017/07/03/534743719/want-to-teach-your-kids-self-control-ask-a-cameroonian-farmer Warmly, Tori
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Q: How long have you worked at EASY Care?
A: Exactly 1 year this month! Q: What's special about your campus? A: Since I attended elementary school at Valley View, I hold it near and dear to my heart. Q: What do you like to do when you are not at EASY Care? A: When I am not at Easy Care I enjoy working out, playing with my Maine Coon kitten, Finn, and going on adventures. Q: What do you think is the most interesting thing about you? A: I think the most interesting thing about me is the 6 years I spent active duty in the U.S. Navy. It allowed me many opportunities to travel and I am very proud of serving my country. Melissa is celebrating her birthday this Thursday, January 25th! Parents and Guardians,
We have had a change to our location. Susanna Cassady (CDC) and I are still at the Rock House, but we are in a different office than we were beforehand. The old Community Education entrance will remain locked, as there is not anyone in the main room there currently. If you would like to set up a meeting with me, please call or email in advance, so I will be available to speak with you. To see Lisa Groover with payments for Community Education, you will now visit the business office. This is located in the two-story Central Administration building. Once you enter, please tell the person at the front desk you are there to see Lisa. They will assist you finding her, if needed. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns! Warmly, Tori Today I had a wonderful training day with the EASY Care employees. They were all energetic and had their best problem-solving hats on. I am confident we will be even more successful in the Spring semester than we were in the Fall. The staff has prepared many fun activities for your students and learned new tactics and skills to help them serve your children better. We wish you a wonderful last evening of the winter break and we can't wait to hear all about what you did tomorrow!
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