Nunez CDYC Program Hosts 'Week of the Young Child' Event

  • Posted March 14, 2024
Kathy Huff working with a child.

Nunez Community College’s Care and Development of Young Children (CDYC) program, led by Program Chair and Instructor Kathleen Huff, far left, will host a one-day event on Thursday, April 4, in recognition of Week of the Young Child. The event will take place from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Nunez Library and invites parents to bring their young children as CDYC faculty and students share information about local resources and Nunez resources for parents and young children.

The Care and Development of Young Children (CDYC) program at Nunez Community College in Chalmette is squeezing a week’s worth of resources into a one-day event for Week of the Young Child.

Celebrated nationally this year April 6-12, Nunez will recognize Week of the Young Child on campus April 1-5. As part of our celebration, Nunez will host an event that invites parents to bring their young children (or attend on their own) to the Nunez Library on Thursday, April 4, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

CDYC Program Chair and Instructor Kathleen Huff will be joined by several CDYC students to explain resources for families with young children that exist locally and at Nunez.

Some topics will include:

  • Introduction to the Lactation Room and Family Study Rooms available in the Library
  • Information about child development and learning
  • Milestone checklists for children of various ages
  • Activities parents can do at home with their children to build skills needed for early education

“A young child’s brain is 90% developed by the time they are 5 years old.  We need to do more to reach our children from birth through age 5 at home and with high quality education!” said Huff.

This event is free and open to the public.

About Nunez Community College
Nunez Community College is a student-centered institution that delivers relevant and innovative curriculum integrating the arts, sciences, and humanities leading to academic credentials and workforce opportunities. Nunez serves a vital role in the community by engaging with partners to support student success and personal growth. Nunez Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees, technical diplomas, and certificates. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Nunez Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Nunez is located at 3710 Paris Road, Chalmette, LA. For more information, visit www.nunez.edu.