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Children's Institute Appoints Dr. Dianne Cooney-Miner as Executive Director
Children's Institute (CI), a national non-profit that partners with organizations and individuals to promote the well-being of children, youth, and families, today announced the appointment of Dr. Dianne Cooney-Miner as Executive Director, effective June 16, 2025.
Children's Institute Appoints Dr. Dianne Cooney-Miner as Executive DirectorRochester Early Childhood Assessment Partnership: Celebrating over 30 years of a successful community-wide educational partnership
The Rochester NY community collaborated for over 30 years to develop, implement, improve, and innovate its early education quality improvement system known as Rochester Early Childhood Assessment Partnership (RECAP).
Take a look at the 27th Annual RECAP report!CI Develops Culturally Responsive SEL Classroom Practices Tool
Children’s Institute has developed the Culturally Responsive SEL Classroom Practices Tool. The tool is designed to be an observational assessment and coaching tool that will help teachers improve their SEL practice and better support their students’ social emotional development and learning.
Read more about the new tool!Blog
23 June 2025
The Power of Adaptive Play: Creating Inclusive Early Childhood Experiences that Nurture Development
In early childhood education, play is more than just fun; it's the foundation of learning, connection, and development. But what happens when traditional play environments don’t meet the needs of every child? This is where adaptive play becomes a powerful tool for inclusion.
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16 June 2025
Celebrating Juneteenth
Juneteenth (Independence Day or Freedom Day) is the oldest known observance commemorating the end of slavery. Juneteenth is a deeply meaningful holiday for the Black community, representing not just freedom but also the ongoing struggle for equality, equity, and justice.
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13 June 2025
The Power of Play in Developing Social-Emotional Skills and Addressing Challenging Behavior
In early childhood, behavior is often the language children use when they don’t yet have the words to express their needs, feelings, or frustrations. As educators, caregivers, and mental health professionals, we know that challenging behaviors are often signs of lagging skills, not defiance. So, how do we support children in building these vital skills? The answer lies in one of the most powerful tools we have: PLAY.
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