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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
HONORING UNDER CARREY’S CARE EARLY CHILDHOOD LEARNING CENTERS
WHEREAS, Under Carrey’s Care is a community-based early childhood center serving children from 6 weeks through 13 years of age; and
WHEREAS, Under Carrey’s Care is part of the National Association for the Education of Young Children Accredited Center (NAEYC) and has acquired the Illinois Gold Circle of Quality on an ongoing basis at all facilities which serve over 200 children; and
WHEREAS, “Shaping Young Minds” serves as the motto and mission of Under Carrey’s Care believes all children deserve care from adults in their communities; and
WHEREAS, Under Carrey’s Care is committed to working with children’s families and reaching out to community agencies, local businesses, parks and schools in addition to the children who enter its doors on a daily basis; and
WHEREAS, the center has partnered with South Suburban College, the Village of Riverdale and several other childcare centers to implement the first Early Learning Cohort for students wanting to earn an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education in 18 months or less; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the President and the Cook County Board of Commissioners, on behalf of the residents of Cook County, recognizes the importance of Under Carrey’s Care and its essential contribution to the education and viability of Cook County; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this text be spread upon the official proceeding of this Honorable Body, and a suitable copy of the same be tendered to Under Carrey’s Care.
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