
Journey Together Prek
About
Our Academy


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

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.
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

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

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.
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

Amber Rawles
Vice-President

Amy Roberts
Secretary

Ryan Roberts
Treasurer