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Thursday, September 14, 2023

Did your forget to RSVP?

We are less than a month away from our Hall of Heroes event and we hope that you will join us to celebrate our 2023 honorees and the entire child care community for the wonderful work they do to ensure Westchester's children are safe, loved, and healthy. RSVP HereCan't make the event or want to send a special congratulations to an honoree or the child care field? Purchase a journal ad today!

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Westchester Child Care Advocacy Half Hour

Friday, October 13th, 12noon

This virtual event will feature parents, child care and school age professionals, community leaders and YOU!

Register today at ADVOCACY HALF HOUR

Let's keep building the child care system we need in Westchester County.

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We are excited to celebrate our 2023 honorees on September 29th and we hope that you will join us! RSVP Today!

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We're Honoring:

Ann-Marie Sabrsula, The Children's School for Early Development
Beth O'Hara, Lakeland Children's Center
Carmelina Myers, Country Children's Center
Claire Duarte, Weekday Nursery School United Methodist Church
Katie Rubistello, Little Red House of Westchester, LLC
Linda Iglehart, Mount Vernon Day Care Center
Linda Serbeh, Blessings Family DayCare
Maria Olaya, Miss Maria Daycare
Murlene Harris-Wignal, Wiggles & Giggles Day Care
Patricia Diez Canseco, Patricia's Day Care, Inc.
Pushpa Jagoda, Liberty Montessori School International
Sharon Jakada, Greenvale DayCare LLC
Stephen Madey, Pelham Children's Center, Inc. 

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

Register for Early Ed Hall of Heroes!

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Join us on Friday, September 29th, for a wonderful evening as we celebrate our 2023 honorees and the entire child care and after school care field at the Early Education Hall of Heroes celebration.

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REGISTER TODAY!

 

We're Honoring:

Ann-Marie Sabrsula, The Children's School for Early Development
Beth O'Hara, Lakeland Children's Center
Carmelina Myers, Country Children's Center
Claire Duarte, Weekday Nursery School United Methodist Church
Katie Rubistello, Little Red House of Westchester, LLC
Linda Iglehart, Mount Vernon Day Care Center
Linda Serbeh, Blessings Family DayCare
Maria Olaya, Miss Maria Daycare
Murlene Harris-Wignal, Wiggles & Giggles Day Care
Patricia Diez Canseco, Patricia's Day Care, Inc.
Pushpa Jagoda, Liberty Montessori School International
Sharon Jakada, Greenvale DayCare LLC
Stephen Madey, Pelham Children's Center, Inc.

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Every child "safe, loved and learning," and every parent able to earn a living and build a career? It's not simple and doesn't happen overnight, but with your help, our dedicated staff make meaningful progress and critical impact every single day. Here's what's happening right now, because you care.


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Nurturing the Whole Child for Optimal Outcomes

Taking care of the “whole child” builds a strong foundation for learning and good health that can last her whole life! As part of a collaboration with Westcop, Inc.'s Early Head Start/Child Care Partnership Program, our Educational Specialist visits Endicott's Kids Zone, a group family childcare program, every week. She works closely with the child care professionals there to develop curriculum ideas and routines that provide interactive learning experiences, and coaches them to interact with children in a way that fosters positive physical and emotional development. Children at Endicott feel safe and loved and their brains are growing – while their parents can go to work without worry. These little ones will be well-prepared to succeed when they get to kindergarten! 


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471 Children Safe, Loved and Learning

“Daycare costs accounts for 30% of my take home income. Without this scholarship, I would not be able to afford child care, rent, food, plus all other necessities for my child. This program has given me the opportunity to be able to work full time to provide for my family while my child is being cared for in a safe and nurturing environment.”

Through a contract with the Westchester County Department of Social Services, and thanks to historic investment by our County Executive and Board of Legislators, the Council continues to reach families in need all over the county. The Westchester Works Scholarships covers about 60% of the cost of child care, allowing parents to grow their careers in vital occupations that include healthcare, government, education, retail, construction, hospitality and more.

Did you know that there are many more families who could benefit from a child care scholarship? The Council’s own programs – Keys to the Future and The Natalie Duffy Scholarship Fund for Education of Young Children – are funded by corporate and individual donors, and allow us to help families whose circumstances prevent them from qualifying for Westchester Works. If you agree that child care should never be a barrier to work, please consider a donation to the Council’s scholarship programs. Contact Dana Lawless at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.


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Comfort, Joy, Learning – thanks to you

We asked, you answered. When we emailed about the young children who have come to Westchester with their families who are seeking asylum, you stepped up immediately. With your help, we were able to secure and deliver 200+ bags of books and stuffed animals, and 130 brand new toys to the children at Hope Plaza/Plaza Esperanza. Many of their families came here to escape violence and persecution, and we know your generosity brought comfort and joy to children who were undoubtedly scared and confused. We are exploring ways to do even more. If you would like to help with this specific initiative, donate here. (Pictured above: Council volunteer Bryan Zhong and Board Member Modupe Otelaja.)


THANK YOU for caring about the people in our community who need help. Your support changes one life at a time forever, and builds a better, sustainable child care system.

To make a one-time donation to the Child Care Council of Westchester, click here.

Are you a Dream Builder? Your monthly recurring gift to the Child Care Council is the best way to ensure hardworking parents do not lose sleep over impossible choices and painful sacrifices, and that Westchester's children don't miss out on what "could have been" because of their family's financial circumstances.

For more information or to discuss other ways to help, contact Dana Lawless at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or (914) 468-1368.

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Child Care is Essential - Increase Federal Funding

Safe, quality, affordable child care gets people to work, helps them provide for their families, supports the workforce businesses need, prepares children for success in school and life. It's essential for a growing economy.

Westchester center-based child care for infants averages over $24,000! Almost every family struggles with their child care bills.

There is talk in Washington of cutting Head Start and level-funding child care. Please tell your elected officials to vigorously support and pass the FY24 appropriations bill with significant increases for all early childhood education programs. Take 2 minutes and send your message today - Click Here!

Kathy Halas
Executive Director

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3 reasons to purchase a journal ad:

  • Congratulate a 2023 honoree
  • Thank Westchester's incredible community of child care professionals
  • Support the Council's important work to help ensure quality child care is accessible for all childrenjournal.jpg

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Join us on Friday, September 29th, for a wonderful evening as we celebrate our 2023 honorees and the entire child care and after school care field at the Early Education Hall of Heroes celebration. Registration opening soon! Find event details here.

We're Honoring:

Ann-Marie Sabrsula, The Children's School for Early Development
Beth O'Hara, Lakeland Children's Center
Carmelina Myers, Country Children's Center
Claire Duarte, Weekday Nursery School United Methodist Church
Katie Rubistello, Little Red House of Westchester, LLC
Linda Iglehart, Mount Vernon Day Care Center
Linda Serbeh, Blessings Family DayCare
Maria Olaya, Miss Maria Daycare
Murlene Harris-Wignal, Wiggles & Giggles Day Care
Patricia Diez Canseco, Patricia's Day Care, Inc.
Pushpa Jagoda, Liberty Montessori School International
Sharon Jakada, Greenvale DayCare LLC
Stephen Madey, Pelham Children's Center, Inc.

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Friday, August 04, 2023

Meet our Heroes!

Join us for a wonderful evening as we celebrate our 2023 honorees and the entire child care and after school care field at the Early Education Hall of Heroes celebration.

Ann-Marie Sabrsula, The Children's School for Early Development
Beth O'Hara, Lakeland Children's Center
Carmelina Myers, Country Children's Center
Claire Duarte, Weekday Nursery School United Meth. Church
Katie Rubistello, Little Red House of Westchester, LLC
Linda Iglehart, Mount Vernon Day Care Center
Linda Serbeh, Blessings Family DayCare
Maria Olaya, Miss Maria Daycare
Murlene Harris-Wignal, Wiggles & Giggles Day Care
Patricia Diez Canseco, Patricia's Day Care, Inc.
Pushpa Jagoda, Liberty Montessori School International
Sharon Jakada, Greenvale DayCare LLC
Stephen Madey, Pelham Children's Center, Inc.

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Registration opens in August and we hope that you will join us on September 29th. If you have any questions, please contact Juanita Pope at 914-761-3456 x106 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Check Event Details for more information.

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Child Care Council of Westchester, Inc.

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