Category Archives: Early Childhood

Building a Team: First Things First …

Posted on January 13, 2011 by Marcia Hebert

When it comes to hiring, leave no stone unturned – look everywhere! Continue reading →

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Building a Team

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Marcia Hebert

All this fall, I watched many flock of geese fly over my house in their familiar “V” formation. Consider what some believe about why geese fly the way they do. And then, consider what we can learn from them … Continue reading →

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Beginnings: Plotting the Course …

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Marcia Hebert

“How do you know when you’ve arrived, if you don’t know where you’re going?” A good question, particularly for the one in charge – the manager, the leader of the organization. But, unfortunately, a question not often asked. Sadly, many … Continue reading →

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Beginnings: A Shared Vision …

Posted on October 17, 2010 by Marcia Hebert

What is important to us in our work with young children, their families, and one another? And, have we really thought these things through? Because, ultimately, shouldn’t we see evidence – in the child care center, and in the classroom … Continue reading →

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Beginnings: Professionalism …

Posted on October 3, 2010 by Marcia Hebert

Each year, required reading for my team of early childhood teachers and supervisors is an article by M. Parker Anderson entitled, “Professionalism: The Missing Ingredient for Excellence in the Workplace.” It is required because, after years of living on this … Continue reading →

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Connections …

Posted on July 25, 2010 by Marcia Hebert

It is really all about making connections, and about sharing what we know and what we have learned. And, it’s about building relationships with like-minded people who share our passions. Continue reading →

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My First Post – The 20th Reunion at the John Hancock Child Care Center

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Marcia Hebert

That day was a testament to a partnership, a team, a program – one that evolved from an idea whose time had come. We created a place where children thrived and where parents had complete trust. We worked together and made magic! Continue reading →

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