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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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

Location:

2206 Briggs Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20906

Operation Hours:

Monday-Friday

7:30-6 pm

Contact

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