What role does it play in achieving a high level of enrollment? Welcome back, astronaut! Today we are making one of the most fascinating landings of our entire journey as we touch down on the Planet of Curriculum. Why This Planet Matters Ask most people what they remember about preschool, and you'll hear about a favorite teacher or a song they still hum today. Very few can tell you what they actually learned. And that is not a coincidence. When parents think about curriculum,

Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 runs May 4–8. But the best directors know that appreciation isn’t a once-a-year event. It’s a culture you build every single day. This year, let’s celebrate intentionally and use the tools at your fingertips to make it stick year-round. Timeless ways to show appreciation Bring their favorite treat A small snack goes a long way. Find out what they love (more on how to do that below). Give them a real break Read aloud to a class, cover outdoor re

If you run a childcare center or summer camp and haven't started marketing your summer program yet, you're already behind. Most parents search for summer programs between late February and mid-April, Googling phrases like "summer camp near me" and "best summer enrichment for kids." If your center doesn't show up with a clear, compelling page, you're invisible during the most critical window of the year. Think about your own behavior as a consumer: when one company has a polis