Putting Kids First is a wonderful theme to celebrate. It’s what Martha & Mary KIDS has done for more than three decades. During the week of September 16, 2013, its learning centers and health and rehab campus came alive with celebrations engaging all the many generations it serves, with a special focus on the importance of early learning in the West Sound region. Research demonstrates that quality early childhood education is essential to children,” said Martha & Mary KIDS administrator Tammi Palodichuk. “I think I speak for all our staff – more than 80 strong – when I say we are honored that Martha & Mary, both past and present, has stood tall in its commitment to excellence.
Our goal is to provide the best in early learning education and child care for children, families, and our community. We have left thousands of heart prints on children, and they, on us.” Helping kids get off to a healthy start is good for everyone, even the regional economy. Martha & Mary’s quality child care and before and after school programs in North and Central Kitsap are vital resources for employers and working parents. And as the Washington State Department of Early Learning attests, many people and partners in our communities – not just parents and educators – have a role in ensuring that children are prepared for success in kindergarten, and beyond.
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Celebrating 30 Years of Putting Kids First.