Caney Early Care and Education Center
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Information
Parent Handbook (pdf)
Parent Handbook - Part Day Preschool only (pdf)
Fees
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Location
601 South High
Caney, Kansas 67333
Map
620.879.2748
Staff
Director | Infant Room | Toddler 1 Room | Toddler 2 Room | Preschool 1 | Preschool 2 | Part Day Preschool | Cook | Employee of the Year
Nancy Hollandsworth, Infant Room Teacher
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My name is Nancy Hollandsworth and I am the Master Teacher in the Infant room at the Caney Early Care and Education Center (CECEC). I was hired at CECEC in May 2006. Before I came to the center I was employed with Tri-county and worked in the Special needs room at the Community Elementary at Coffeyville.
I have an Associate of Arts degree from the Coffeyville Community College and continue to take classes in child development. The ages I care for are 1 year and under. I believe that stimulating the child by talking and laughing with them during feeding and diaper changes is an important part of nurturing a child in this age group. I also believe that promptly attending to the child’s needs in this age group is very important for the child’s care and development.
I have lived in Caney for 37 years with my husband Victor. We have four children: Vicki is a Registered Nurse and lives in Lenexa, Kansas with her husband, Charles, and five children; Emily is a paramedic finishing her classes to become a registered nurse, lives in Overland Park, Kansas with her little dog Jack; Sandra is an International School teacher and lives in Thailand; and
Vince is a welder and lives in Havana with his son, Blake, and daughter, BayLee.
Shirley Wilson, Infant Room Assistant Teacher
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My name is Shirley Wilson. I have been working primarily as assistant part time teacher in Toddler 1 and Infant Rooms. I have worked for Caney Early Care and Education Center since October 2007.
My career began in nursing - I am a licensed Practical Nurse with about sixteen years experience in various capacities including seven years in a newborn nursery and postpartum care. Through the years I have taken classes in Early Childhood Education accruing 26 college credits and hoping to excel in this field.
Research has shown that the first three years of a child’s life are the most important. The foundations of their futures take place in the experiences of each day. They learn best in an atmosphere of security, acceptance, and caring. Their play becomes their 'work'.
I believe this is a most important work which will reap results in our families, towns, and nation.
Chasity Landsaw, Toddler 1 Teacher
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My name is Chasity Landsaw and I am the Master teacher in the Toddler 1 room at the Caney Early Care and Education Center. I have been with the center for over a year and enjoy working with the children.
I owned my own home based childcare for five and a half years. I worked with children from infant to school age. I have attended several training in early childhood development and I am currently working toward my Child Development Associate (CDA).
I believe that children learn from play and hands on experiences of a daily routine. I feel that an adult in a child’s life are a very vital part of their healthy growth.
I’m a single mother of five great children, one of which is a special needs child, for almost eight years. I believe that the wonderful experience of being a mother and my love for children has helped me become a better child care provider.
Tasha McCoy, Preschool 1 Teacher
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My name is Tasha McCoy and I am the Master Teacher in the Preschool I Room. I started working at the Caney Early Care and Education Center in February 2007.
I graduated with my Bachelor of Science degree in Family and Consumer Science with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education from Pittsburg State University in May 2002. While attending school, I worked at a childcare center in Pittsburg, Kansas for 5 years, where I was a lead teacher in the 3-4-5 year old room. I have also had the opportunity to work with school age, infants, and toddlers during my employment at The Center.
I believe that children learn through hands on experiences with the daily routines of every day life. I also believe in integrating family lifestyles and cultural beliefs into the classroom for each child. We as educators can provide many fun and creative activities that the children can experience and grow.
I am excited about my new journey here at the Caney Early Care and Education Center and I look forward to getting to know all of you and your families. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Tosha Wren, Preschool 2 Teacher
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My name is Tosha Wren and I am the Master Teacher in the Preschool 2 room. I have been a lead teacher with Head Start where I cared for children from 2 weeks to 3 years old. I started at the Caney Early Care and Education Center when they opened in 2004 as the Float.
I graduated in 2003 from Coffeyville Community College, with an Associate of Science, and then received my Child Development Associate (CDA) in 2005. I have attended several trainings and classes on early childhood. I am currently working on my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education and I plan on accomplishing this in the next couple of years.
I believe children learn through play and experiences. I also know you can turn any experience into a teachable moment for a child. I believe in taking the time to read to children daily, and that children love to be read to at any age.
I was born and raised right here in Caney and knew I wanted to work with children. When I’m not at work I love spending time with my wonderful 2 year old son.
Michele Wren, Part Day Preschool Teacher
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My name is Michele Wren. I am the Master Teacher of the 3 & 4 year old Preschool classes. I have been a teacher here at the CECEC since July of 2007. I am currently using the Creative Curriculum in my classroom and believe that children learn so much through play.
Fort Hays University is where I received my Bachelor’s degree in General Studies in July of 2006. My emphasis was in Human Services and Juvenile Justice.
I am married to a loving and caring man. I am also the proud mother of three wonderful children ages 7, 12, & 13. My family and I have lived in Caney, Kansas for the past six years.
Toni Davis, Child Care Center Cook
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My name is Toni Davis and I am the cook at the Caney Early Care and Education Center. I have 15 years experience of cooking for the public, and an Associates Degree in Dietary Management. I worked 5 years in the Bartlesville School District as a cook and a manager and 5 years as the Dietary Manager of a large Nursing Home.
I love to see the children explore, taste and learn about new foods; how food grows, what it looks like, smells like, and to finally taste it. I truly believe that we need to turn this generation back to home cooking and provide a balanced diet with lots of fresh fruits and fresh vegetables. I believe their health depends on it. I try to arm the children with the tools of good knowledge of proper nutrition with an introduction to a variety of foods with a special emphasis on natural fruits and vegetables, a diet low in fat, sugar and salt.
I believe that the children are our future!
I love to cook!! The biggest pleasure in my life is to see others enjoy the food I have prepared.
Edie Gill, Employee of the Year 2007
