Early Learning Center at JCC Expands
The ELC at the JCC recently opened a new classroom. Pictured from back to front are Vanessa Rivera and Valynne Anderson
The Early Learning Center at the JCC of Youngstown is expanding. A classroom for ages 16 to 22 months recently opened. The new classroom features:
- Age-appropriate learning materials and toys to foster sensory exploration and early developmental milestones
- A low child-to-teacher ratio to ensure personalized care and attention
- Dedicated spaces for play, rest, and feeding, tailored to meet the unique needs of infants and toddlers
- Highly trained, compassionate caregivers who prioritize the well-being, growth, and happiness of each child
“We are very excited to be able to expand our program,” said Adrienne Achenbach, director. “Our waitlist for this age group is always the greatest need, so this classroom will help serve more toddlers in our community. We appreciate all the donations that helped make this happen.”
Donors to the project are J. Ford Crandall Memorial Foundation, Beecher Foundation, John S. and Doris Andrews Memorial Fund, Penner Family Endowment of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation, Frank and Pearl Gelbman Charitable Foundation, Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, and Walter E. and Caroline H. Watson Foundation.
