Family Educational Series at TEDCC

The Family Educational Series at TEDCC (FEST) is great way for our community to gather. Families, the Director, the Parent Coordinator and a representative from each classroom meet monthly to discuss topics of interest pertaining to parenting, child development, early childhood education and the center.

Frequently, FEST hosts an informational speaker on a topic families have expressed an interest in. In the past, we have had an occupational therapist talk about sensory integration, a researcher lead a discussion on children and name calling, a financial planner discuss planning for future educational expenses, and a Tufts Child Development professor give some insight into fantasy play.

All fundraising done for the Center is headed by the parents. A variety of events happen throughout the year to raise funds for our Children's Memorial Scholarship Fund. Committees are formed to oversee these events, and, with the help of the Parent Coordinator and School Coordinator, families work hard to make a difference in the Center.

FEST meetings are a great way to learn about what is happening in the Center each month. To make it possible for more families to attend, child care for the FEST meetings is provided in the Center by GTAs and work-study students, and dinner is served. We hope all families will be able to join us!