The Family Team consists of all parents and guardians of children enrolled in The Grand Rapids Discovery Center.
The purpose of the Family Team is to support the theory of the Reggio Emilia approach to education which includes the rights of families to be actively involved in the daily life of the school; to realize the mission for the Discovery Center; to provide opportunities for family involvement and collaboration with staff; and to join in a partnership with teachers and community to build a quality school.
Families play an integral role in the learning experience of the children. The rights and responsibilities of the Family Team members are:
- Grow their understandings about the philosophy of the school.
- Participate in the life of the school in various ways.
- Help ensure the welfare of all children in the school.
- Help develop community with other members of the family team.
- Find a voice in and cultivate a relationship with the Discovery of his/her child.
The Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center needs family support and participation to maximize the benefits of our Reggio Emilia inspired approach towards learning. Families are encouraged to utilize their Family Team membership to build relationships and understandings and to make their unique gifts and talents available to the school community. Family Team meetings are held monthly.
Meeting Dates
Here is a list of our meetings for the year (all meetings are at the school from 6:30-8:00):
- September 13
- October 4
- November 8
- December 6
- January 10
- February 7
- March 13
- April 10
- May 1
- June TBD
