Voices of Tomorrow is a premiere, contemporary bilingual and bicultural preschool program situated in the Pacific Northwest. We strive to cultivate the identity of the African child.
In addition to Free Early Learning services (Birth to 5) we have partnered with the City of Seattle ,DCYF and King County to provide subsidized methods of payment for qualifying families to receive Free Childcare program services for their children.
birth to 5 education programs
We strive for children to have an autonomy and independence by being responsible for their learning path and learn at their own pace. All curriculums are tailored in accordance with the children’s unique needs and towards their interests.
Voices of Tomorrow collaborates with the Seattle Preschool Program and State-funded ECEAP program to subcontract with 21 Family Child Care Providers (FCCP). These partnerships enable us to offer high-quality dual language multicultural preschool programs in Seattle and King County, freeing up our time to focus on delivering quality education to the children.
Our Classroom Sites
Early Childhood Education Assistance Program (ECEAP)
Riyo (Bow Lake Elementary)
Tufaax (Thorndyke Elementary)
Saytuun (Thorndyke Elementary)
Voices of Tomorrow Child and Family Center
Seattle Preschool Program (SPP)
Dayaax (Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Seattle)
Gayleer (Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Seattle)
Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP)
Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) is Washington’s pre-kindergarten program that prepares 3- and 4-year-old children from low-income families for success in school and in life. The Department of Early Learning (DEL) oversees the program.
In all our preschool programs, including the HUB and our Direct Services, we offer the following:
- Research-based Approach: Our preschool programs prioritize high-quality early education and support based on research-based practices.
- Comprehensive Services: Diverse services enrich the bicultural and bilingual learning of children aged 3-5, both at home and in the classroom.
- Parent Advocacy and Education: Parents are supported through advocacy and education services for their child’s education.
- Therapeutic Services: Our programs offer therapeutic services, including speech pathology, intensive case management, and behavior specialists.
- Family Support Team: A strong support system is essential for families, and our dedicated staff ensure the goals and needs of families are met.
- Culturally Responsive Teachers: Our team of experienced and educated teachers is dedicated to early childhood education.
- Kindergarten Readiness: Routine assessments, activities, and lesson planning support each child’s successful transition into kindergarten.
Seattle Preschool Program (SPP)
In collaboration with the City of Seattle, the Seattle Preschool Program offers high-quality, affordable preschool to all of Seattle’s 3- and 5-year-olds. Students engage in a full-time, research-based curriculum taught by certificated staff in a positive school climate and early childhood learning environment.
- Certificated Teaching Staff (1 General Education Teacher)
- Instructional & Classroom Assistants
- Creative Curriculum Teaching Strategies
- 20 Students per classroom (10:1 student/teacher ratio) ( Additional Staffing – For engage and Quality Teaching)
- 6.5-hour School Day Schedule (Early Release Wednesday).
4 Hours Classes School
We follow school district Year Calendar
- School Meals available to purchase or through the Free and Reduced Lunch program
- Tuition is determined on a sliding scale for all SPP students
Parent Child+
PC+ is a research-based program that strengthens parent-child relationships, supports early childhood development, and promotes school readiness through engaging home visits.
- Personalized Home Visiting: PC+ offers individualized home visits for children aged 0-3.
- Comprehensive Assessment: The Ages and Stages Questionnaires (ASQ) is used to assess the development of each child.
- Learning Materials and Resources: Families enrolled in PC+ receive a variety of books, toys, and curriculum resources.
- Parent Education and Support: Parent education workshops and ongoing guidance are offered, as a means to empower parents as active partners in their child’s education.
- Smooth Transition to Program Entry: PC+ facilitates seamless kindergarten-to-preschool transition with aligned curriculum and materials.
- Preschool Transition: Our dedicated staff ensures that PC+ graduates experience a smooth transition into our preschool program.
- Referral Resources: PC+ supports the basic needs of enrolled families, and connects children with special education resources.
FAMILY AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES
VOT provides accessible resources for the families and the communities we serve. VOT supports families with rental assistance and exclusive systems in job searches and employment, education, healthcare, financial institutions, housing, and more. Barriers to living wage jobs, affordable housing, food, and health care take a dramatic toll on families. Our case management and family support staff are here to support families in resources and referrals they need, when they need them and how they need them.
Help Me Grow
Help Me Grow Washington is a free service that connects parents and caregivers to resources in their community. Families who are seeking support, they turn to VOT to connect to timely, accessible services and resources in their language that match their culture. Activities such as providing referral contact information, ensuring a warm connection to services, accompanying families as they engage with services, and/or providing information, training, and/or support to families.
When a family calls, one of our Assessment Lead assesses the families need and listens to their concerns to make sure we find the appropriate resources and services to meet the needs of the child and the family.
Developmental Screening:
Because your child’s first five years of life are so important, we want to help you support you. The Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) is a great way to make sure that your infant, toddler, or preschooler is healthy and ready to learn and grow. It’s also a fun way to spend quality time with your child and learn what they can do! It will take about 10 to 15 minutes to complete. Afterwards a representative from VOT will follow up with you later about your child’s results.
Contact Aldrin Villahermosa at [email protected] or (206) 426-2831 ext. 1001
Mind, Body, and Culture
Mind, Body, and Culture (MBC) integrates mental health and trauma-informed practices in our existing Adult Education and Early Childhood programs with special focus on Infant and Toddlers, while also connecting MBC in our efforts to change community attitude towards mental health. Our first year we have built infrastructure and pilot practices within our own organization, and then expanded culturally responsive trauma-informed services to the larger community.
- Families will receive MBC staff listen to their concerns, develop goals, connect with professionals, obtain resources, and improve family relationships.
- The staff visits families either face-to-face or virtually twice a month to listen to the parent’s concerns about anyone in the house and develop plans to help them. Concerns and plans may focus on health, education, housing, jobs, finances, or other topics.
Child and Adult Food Care Program (CAFCP)
The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federally funded child nutrition program that reimburses our child care facilities for nutritious meals and snacks. The goal is to improve and maintain the health and nutrition of the children in VOT’s care while promoting the development of good eating habits.
Health Services
VOT supports families to stay informed about their child’s health and well-being. We are committed to providing excellent services that meet the needs of the children and families we serve. Our team provides families with resources in their language and culture such as translated materials, videos, in-person workshops, and virtual community conversations.
We ensure families in need of health services are connected and well-served by community professionals. We also support Families through Case Management Services, Social and Emotional Education (For Ages 0-5), and seek to enhance the overall health of children, families, and the community.
Access services now by calling 206-466-1229
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Story Time In Somali: Abiyoyo
