Young Children's Program
Important College of Education COVID-19 Announcement and Updates
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The university is not closed. In response to the COVID-19 virus, the university has deployed multiple forms of virus-prevention protocols, and we are practicing social distancing and limited public interactions. All offices are functioning, but staffing is limited.
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Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work together to navigate these challenges and address any questions or concerns you may have.
Advising Updates for Teacher Education and Student Teachers
| About the YCP |  |
| Current Families | |
| Prospective Families | |
We're currently accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year. Students must be 2 years 10 months old by the start of the school year. Please contact Tiffany Riggs at youngchildrensprogram@jmu.edu or 540-568-6089 for more information.
Mission
The YCP inspires all learners by providing tools and opportunities for growth, exploration and inquiry.
Values
We collaborate with our community, leveraging support and access to quality resources, diverse skill sets, and a broadened knowledge base.
We honor intentional experiences and interactions that provide a solid foundation for high quality early childhood education.
We build positive, respectful, lasting relationships with our families, students and community partners.
We believe that learning should be student-centered and built upon the needs and interests of all learners.
We are an inclusive program where all students have the opportunity to be full and active participants.
Director
Pat Kennedy
kennedpa@jmu.edu
540.568.6089
Administrative Office
Tiffany Riggs
YCP & EERE Support Specialist
youngchildrensprogram@jmu.edu
riggstm@jmu.edu
540-568-6089
Anthony-Seeger Hall (West Wing)
821 S. Main Street
Harrisnoburg VA 22807
Mailing address:
Memorial Hall 3100-A
395 South High Street,
MSC 6909
Harrisonburg, VA 22807
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