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As I See It – Disability Education and Inclusion

August 21, 2023

By Scott Klumb In the world of education, we need to have more inclusion and representation in early and higher education. We have made great strides in improving disability education and inclusivity through K-12, but we still have a long way to

CDA Spotlight – Shannon Stutzman

August 17, 2023

The Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is the most widely recognized in early childhood education; the CDA presents child care providers with opportunities in career advancement, in-service hours, and new job opportunities. In this series, we’re highlighting providers who have taken the

Revitalize a Child’s Mind with Violin Explorers

August 16, 2023

From Itzhak Perlman to Lindsey Stirling, the violin’s popularity spans a variety of genres, from classical to pop and everything in between. With this versatility in mind, it’s the perfect instrument when introducing your child to a whole new world of music!

Growing Up Blind: My Experience in School

August 15, 2023

by Alicia Krage I reflect on my education experience a lot, especially as someone who’s been blind since birth. I think a lot about how, from a very young age, I was very fortunate to have good educational resources. I grew up

Tiffany Weiss – 2023 Parent Ambassador

August 15, 2023

Our Parent Ambassadors program gives parents and child care providers of early learners the tools they need to advocate for meaningful, lasting change in early childhood education policy. In this series, we’re highlighting our inaugural cohort of 2023 Parent Ambassadors. Get to

18th Annual OEAAs: Youth Summer Showcase at the Nebraska State Fair

August 11, 2023

The all-volunteer members of the OEAA Board of Directors are pleased to announce the addition of Outstanding Youth Musician and Outstanding Youth Visual Artist. And we are thrilled to be partnering with three important Omaha music nonprofits devoted to fostering the next generation

Creating Homes People Can Be Proud Of

August 9, 2023

Creating Homes People Can Be Proud Of One of the first things Brittany Trickle noticed when she was doing a walk-through as part of her interview to become property manager at Mosaic in Axtell was a garden bed outside of one of

Try New Tempos with Tuneful Tots

August 8, 2023

In our digital age, it can be overwhelming to find the perfect tool to give your child the best foundation for a happy, healthy life. When searching online, it seems as if there are hundreds of different opinions about what is best

Zoo Welcomes Fourth African Elephant Calf

August 8, 2023

Jayei, the matriarch of our African elephant herd at about 30 years old, gave birth to a female calf at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 6. “We have been anticipating the birth of Jayei’s calf,” said Sarah Armstrong, the Zoo’s…

Why We Need to Teach About Disability in Schools

August 7, 2023

by Rachel Handler When I work as a disability-rights advocate and begin my talks on disability inclusion, I always start with a personal story about my time in the hospital. At twenty-four years old, I had just graduated from Westminster Choir College

Shayna Hudson – 2023 Parent Ambassador

August 7, 2023

Our Parent Ambassadors program gives parents and child care providers of early learners the tools they need to advocate for meaningful, lasting change in early childhood education policy. In this series, we’re highlighting our inaugural cohort of 2023 Parent Ambassadors. Get to

Roll with Rhythm Explorers

August 2, 2023

Drums are some of the most versatile musical instruments. From bass drums to timpani, rock bands to philharmonics are known to use them in their ensembles. Learn more about these versatile instruments at OCoM in a welcoming group class! Who can register

Siblings Find a Home Together at Mosaic

August 2, 2023

Siblings Find a Home Together at Mosaic Loving grandparents stepped in to raise Nathan and Riri Gray when their parents abandoned them at a young age. For nearly 30 years, their grandmother was their guardian and was devoted to providing a good

August 2023 Early Childhood Champions

August 1, 2023

The Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative, in partnership with We Care for Kids, launched a year-long campaign to highlight the importance of the early childhood workforce. Each month for the next 12 months, we will highlight two winners who were nominated by their

Because I Am Disabled

July 31, 2023

by Rebecca Twitchell Easterseals ad from 1990. When I was young, I saved this Easterseals ad [shown left] from a magazine, and I have kept it ever since. It sums up exactly how I felt when I was a child and how

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