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CDEA
Mission Statement
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It is the mission of
CDEA to provide
the highest standards of educational excellence within
Christ-centered child care, kindergarten, and preschool
programs, implemented through:
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Assisting preschool leaders
in applying the principles of child development and
age-appropriate education within the context of Christian program. |
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Providing a positive influence with
state legislatures, childcare licensing agencies, and other
professional child development organizations. |
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Promoting the acceptance of all
children. |
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Affirming the role of the traditional
family lifestyle. |
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Assisting preschool leaders, parents,
and churches in their efforts to guide young children through the
networking of Christian childcare professionals. |
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Guiding staff and parents to provide
young children with Christian values and a belief system that will
enable them to become secure, productive adults. |
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Providing opportunities for Christian
centers to build a well-trained staff based on developmentally
appropriate concepts. |
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Providing teachers, administrators, and
parents with up-to-date, accurate information on legislation which
affects Christian childcare programs. |
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Assisting policy makers in their efforts
to provide children with safe, healthy environments in which to
grow and learn through a united Christian community and a strong
Christ-like advocacy. |
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Encouraging Christian staff to
participate in community events which promote the benefits of a
developmental approach to early childhood education. |
