Whether uniting people, leading events or giving presentations, SPARK grows and promotes early childhood development all through Aurora. Keep current with our efforts by checking our calendar often. Come out and join us when you can too!
Strong Start = Bright Future, Panel Discussion
ZoomOur panelist will share their reaction to the Strong Start = Bright Future report, their perspectives and insights about the state of early childhood in our local communities and in the State. Followed by a Q&A […]
Strong Start = Bright Future, Understanding the Data
Presenter: Karen Yarborough, Early Childhood Consultant and Co-author of Strong Start = Bright Future Data are not just numbers; they tell a story, which deepens our understanding of the circumstances that are affecting our community and our […]
Build a Bird House at Marie Wilkinson Community Garden
Marie Wilkinson Community Garden 834 N. Highland, Aurora, ILNOTE: THIS EVENT IS LOCATED ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE FOOD PANTRY
Meaning Making in Early Mathematics Education: A professional learning opportunity for teachers and leaders working with 3 to 5 year old children.
Hosted by Fox Valley United Way SPARK & The Erikson Early Math Collaborative Leaders and teaching staff participate in sessions that provide active exploration of important mathematical ideas, children's learning progressions for concepts and how adults […]