Friday, May 10, 2024, is Child Care Provider Appreciation Day! The early childhood providers we work with every day are dedicated to providing the highest-quality care possible to New York’s youngest learners. They work tirelessly to create learning environments that encourage curiosity, creativity, and play not only in their classrooms, but in their communities across the state. Here’s what the QUALITYstarsNY team had to say about New York’s incredible early childhood program leaders.
As we celebrate Provider Appreciation Day, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for the invaluable work you do each day. Your dedication, compassion and unwavering commitment to nurturing and caring for our children shape their days and futures.
Through your tireless efforts, you provide peace of mind to parents and contribute immeasurably to our communities’ fabric. Your dedication ensures that parents can pursue their work and aspirations knowing that their children are in the most capable and loving hands.
I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation for the profound impact you make in the lives of our children and families. Your passion and commitment do not go unnoticed or unappreciated. You are true heroes, shaping the future one child at a time.
Amy Kiley, Quality Improvement Specialist, Capital DistrictThank you to all of the Central New York childcare providers!
“The children you teach may not remember you when they get older, but they will always have a part of you inside of them…the part that gave them hope and love and taught them to believe in themselves.”
~ Marylin Appelbaum
I am so grateful to see the hard work you do everyday! Way to go Syracuse~Onondaga County!
Chrissy Miles, Quality Improvement Specialist, Central New YorkRecognizing all the child care providers, teachers and other educators of young children in the Mohawk Valley who work tirelessly everyday to keep children safe, nurture their curiosity and provide them with for a lifetime of learning and growth. Happy Provider Appreciation Day!
Amy Burns-Franz, Quality Improvement Specialist, Mohawk ValleyWay to go providers in Tompkins and Cayuga Counties! You rock and work so hard every day to care for the youngest members of our communities. I love the dedication, compassion, and stability you provide for families. You are so appreciated!
Abby Jenney, Quality Improvement Specialist, Central New York It is a privilege to share in your quality improvement journey! Thank you to each and every one of you for your compassion and dedication to providing the best care and education each and every day for your children and families!
Tracey Heatley, Quality Improvement Specialist, Central New York“Those things you learn without joy you will forget easily.” ~ Finnish saying.
Thank you for working hard every day to bring joy to the learning of the young children in your care.
Lisa Stoler, Quality Improvement Specialist, Capital DistrictShout out to all the Mohawk providers who do the most important work everyday investing in the future; bringing joy and a love for learning into the lives of our children. You are seen.
Stephanie Hellijas, Quality Improvement Specialist, Mohawk ValleyTo my family providers across the state- I am grateful to be able to support you in the crucial work you do to care for and educate children and families in New York State. The field is lucky to have such dedicated providers working to serve our youngest population with high-quality programs!
Laura Sorrentino, Quality Improvement Specialist, Long IslandHappy Provider Appreciation Day to all of the wonderful providers I have the pleasure of working with in the Finger Lakes Region! Your hard work & dedication to the children & families you care for does not go unnoticed. Thank you for sharing your passion, ideas, and love for children. I truly enjoy being part of your journey!
Rachel Zielinski, Quality Improvement Specialist, Finger LakesHere is a shout-out to our North Country family-based programs who work exceptionally hard to meet the needs of working families from all situations. Your daily efforts with families and their children is what makes the working world go round. Thank you for the long hours, the “extras” you provide, the healthy meals and love in the many forms it takes. You do make up “the village it takes” to raise our young citizens. Children are very blessed to have the option of family and group family-based programming available in our region.
Ann Fraser, Quality Improvement Specialist, North Country“Care is the making of humans. Care is the lesson of love, connection, and human dependency deeply embedded in the body and mind of a young child in the present moment. Care is the origin story we all share.”
-Carol Garboden Murray (https://www.carolgarbodenmurray.com/blog/lets-liberate-care)
My deepest appreciation goes out to all the North Country providers that I have the privilege of supporting. Your hard work, passion, and dedication do not go unnoticed. Thank you for the care you provide to our smallest humans.
Deb Higginson, Quality Improvement Specialist, North CountrySending love and admiration to all of my special program leaders for all you do each and every day for your children and families.
Carmelita Bota, Quality Improvement Specialist, Mid-HudsonSending deep respect & appreciation to all. The work you do is foundational helping create a better future.
Julie Wolfe, Quality Improvement Specialist, Mid-HudsonThank you for all the work you do each and every day to provide care, support and a peace of mind for all the families you serve. What you do makes a huge difference.
Lisa Kominos, Quality Improvement Specialist, Long IslandAn early great start lasts forever! Thank you for all you do for children and families in our region! What you do each day matters, for a lifetime!
Miriam Kerness, Quality Improvement Specialist, Mid-HudsonHappy Provider Appreciation Week!
Thank you for your love and commitment to nurture young children every day. Your daily dedication fosters the curiosity of young children, supports parents, and makes a huge impact in the community.
Your hard job doesn’t go unnoticed! Hooray for you!
Maria Lundie, Quality Improvement Specialist, Long IslandSo proud of all of my program leaders for always showing up and bringing their all to their staff, children, and families they serve. The hard work and dedication is appreciated beyond measure.
Emily Torres, Quality Improvement Specialist, Long IslandSo grateful for your dedication and passion to children and families.
Eileen Flicker, Quality Improvement Specialist, Mid-HudsonHappy Provider Appreciation Week!!!
To all of the amazing providers in NYS – Thank you for the care you provide to the children. Thank you for the peace of mind you give to families. And thank you for the richness and support you provide to your community.
You are an asset to the child care and education community! Bravo!
Dr. Stephanie Straker, Quality Improvement Specialist, Long IslandHappy Provider Appreciation week. You are truly amazing! Your effort and dedication in serving your families, nurturing your children, and supporting your staff do not go unnoticed. Thank you, again!
Diane Farley, Quality Improvement Specialist, Long IslandSo proud of all of my program leaders for always showing up and bringing their all to their staff, children, and families they serve. The hard work and dedication is appreciated beyond measure.
Melissa Calizaire, Quality Improvement Specialist, Hudson ValleyTHANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
Providers are the unsung heroes of the Early Childhood World!
I see you, I value you and I appreciate you and I’m so honored to work with you.
The work you do each and every day is making a difference in the lives of the children and families you serve.
Thank you!
Kathy Moss, Quality Improvement Specialist, Mid-Hudson, NYC
