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About 
Our Academy

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Mission & Purpose

Journey Together Prek exists to provide high-quality, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate early childhood education to preschool-age children (2-5 years old), preparing them for kindergarten and lifelong success.

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We nurture each child’s curiosity, confidence, and social-emotional growth while supporting early literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills.

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Our purpose extends beyond academics we embrace a whole-child, whole-family model that connects families with community resources, strengthens parent partnerships, and ensures foundational needs like safety, food security, and stability are met.

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We are committed to serving children from all backgrounds, especially those historically underserved due to income, disability, or cultural barriers. Every child deserves belonging, opportunity, and the chance to thrive.

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Vision

We envision a future where every child in our community regardless of income, ability, language, or background has the opportunity to enter kindergarten ready to learn, ready to connect, and ready to succeed.

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Journey Together Prek strives to be a hub of learning and empowerment where:


• Children feel valued, capable, and supported
• Families are respected as partners in education
• Diversity is celebrated as a strength
• Equitable access to early learning leads to long-term community impact

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Core Values

• Equity & Access
• Inclusion & Belonging
• Whole-Child Focus
• Family Partnership
• Cultural Respect & Representation
• Curiosity & Play-Based Learning
• Community Connection
• Safety & Well-Being

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Why Our Work Matters

Many children in our community face barriers long before kindergarten limited preschool access, food insecurity, learning delays, and lack of family support.

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Journey Together Prek exists to change this by serving:


• Families facing financial hardship
• English-language learning households
• Children needing developmental/behavioral support
• Parents needing reliable, nurturing environments for early learning

Board Members

Jenn Nicholls

President

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Amber Rawles

Vice-President

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Amy Roberts

Secretary

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Ryan Roberts

Treasurer

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