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At the Early Childhood Innovation Center (ECIC)<\/strong>, we know that investing in educators transforms the lives of children. That truth comes alive in the story of Marie Saintile’s,<\/strong> a De Rise Scholar and dedicated family child care provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With the support of her Family Child Care Coach,\u00a0Roxane Tiley<\/strong>, Marie strengthened her program by refreshing her learning environment, introducing new materials to spark curiosity, and organizing her records with renewed clarity. The result is now a classroom that feels brighter, more engaging, and fully aligned with her commitment to quality early learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Success like this is built in community.<\/strong> Jamila Roach<\/strong>, a fellow DE RISE cohort scholar, volunteered her time to help Marie begin the process. Together, they demonstrated the true spirit of the Family Child Care Child Development Associate(CDA\u00ae) Pathway is more than a credential. It is a community, connection, and shared growth.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Roxane, the experience underscored the purpose of coaching:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cMarie reminded me of my \u2018why.\u2019 The late nights are worth it when I see children walk into a brighter, stronger learning space.\u201d<\/em> said Coach Roxane<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Marie\u2019s story reflects what happens when providers embrace the ECIC Family Child Care CDA\u00ae Pathway<\/strong>, educators gain confidence, classrooms are enriched, and children thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udce2 Are you a family child care provider?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Take the next step in your professional journey with the Family Child Care CDA\u00ae Pathway<\/strong>. Through coaching, cohort support, and the DE RISE Scholarship, you\u2019ll receive the tools and encouragement to elevate your program at no cost to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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At the ECIC, we insist on success , for providers, for children, and for the future of early childhood education in Delaware.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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