Resources
CI is moving to 205 St. Paul
Children’s Institute has embarked on a brand refresh, as well as an organizational move, both signifying a new chapter in the organization’s journey. Our team is moving out of Village Gate in Rochester, NY in stages starting Monday, December 4.
More InfoAnnouncing 26th Annual Report on Continuous Improvement in Rochester’s Pre-K System
Children’s Institute, in partnership with the Rochester City School District Office of Early Childhood, is pleased to announce the publication of the 26th annual report of the Rochester Early Childhood Assessment Partnership (RECAP) - Children’s Institute Technical Report T23-001.
Facts-at-a-Glance
Statistical Supplementary Materials
We stand and speak for racial justice and public health equity - together
Children’s Institute is committed to work towards the elimination of systemic and institutional racism, individual racism, and implicit bias. We don't stand silent. Silent isn't neutral. We stand and speak for racial justice and public health equity – together. Families with children in communities of color demand allies who support, understand, recognize, and transform personal discomfort into decisive action that promotes lasting change around these inequities. Visit the Racism and Social Justice page for more information and resources
The Get Ready to GROW bus - Serving community and partners
Young children in the City of Rochester and surrounding region now have access to free developmental checks, or screenings, that can help families better understand their child’s strengths and possible needs for healthy development. Only 20-30% of children with health, behavioral, and development problems are identified and receive appropriate interventions prior to entering school. Learn more about Get Ready to GROW
Announcing a resource for PreK-2nd Grade Teachers
Through curated teaching tools, children’s books, articles, videos, and podcasts, this resource supports PreK-2nd grade staff in the use of, and adherence to the New York State Department of Education’s Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education Framework (CRSEF). It provides resources for how to implement the framework’s grounding principles and practices throughout the day including during mornings and transitions, reading and ELA, science, math, special areas, and social-emotional learning time. Read more
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2 October 2024
CI in Rochester Business Journal
Today in Rochester Business Journal, an article was published entitled, "Building Emotional Skills To Ensure Students’ Success as Adults." Elizabeth Devaney, Children Institute's Director of Whole Child Connection, was interviewed for the piece. She provided many quotes for the article that helped define and underline the importance of Social Emotional Learning (SEL).
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3 September 2024
NEW Resources for Schools!
Two exciting new resources have been developed for schools to use!
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30 August 2024
What's Great in Our State: New York State (NYS)
Each year, Primary Project programs in New York State (NYS) complete an end of the year survey, including their own program highlights. Read about program successes here.
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