Bright Horizons at Newton was featured in
@newtontab
when they hosted
@RepJoeKennedy
for Jumpstart’s Read for the Record, the annual celebration to raise awareness of the importance of early literacy
Today we launched a program that will provide free
#collegetuition
for all full-time employees in our early education centers and preschools. Unlike a traditional tuition reimbursement program, our teachers will not need to pay for the expenses up front.
VP of Education and Development, Rachel Robertson wrote an article for
@ExchangePress
on opportunities and career paths in early childhood education. Read the article here!
Making friends and exploring friendships is an important part of growing up. We're sharing some books for preschool children about including others, solving problems, and adapting to new changes in a friendship. Learn more 👉
Is the only word out of your toddler's mouth ""NO!""?
Find out how this can be a sign of your child's improving
#learning
skills and feelings of independence:
🎉 It's finally here! Join us in celebrating The National Association for the Education of Young Children
@NAEYC
's Week of the Young Child! Come join the fun at an Artsy Thursday event happening at a Bright Horizons center near you! 🎨✨
Learn More! 🖌️
We're thrilled that
@BrightHorizonsUK
's health and safety hero, Candy Floss was invited to a reception at 10 Downing Street. Thank you
@BorisJohnson
for recognizing all of our essential care workers who have worked tirelessly through the pandemic!
Members of our parenting community and our collection of family resources gathered several creative ideas to help you keep your kids learning over the summer months 👉
Did you know? We have a
#podcast
, and we're addressing all of your burning
#parenting
topics related to the early years of childhood development. Listen + subscribe today! 🎧🎙️
Many employers have faced pandemic-related disruptions and labor shortages, and more of them have started to see child care as a workforce issue. How are these organizations addressing this problem?
Learn More 👇
Outdoor play is more than a breath of fresh air. Join us in this webinar as we explore how outside play contributes to a child's imagination, encourages healthy risk-taking, builds resilience and confidence, and inspires STEM skills.
Join us 👉
Our Chief Client and Experience Officer, Priya Krishnan, was featured in
@BosBizJournal
on the
@BrightHorizons
#LifeIsBright
challenge and our effort to raise money for children in crisis through our Foundation program, Bright Spaces.
Full story here:
Welcoming back Claire Goss, Manager, Family Education & Resources, Bright Horizons as our moderator. Join us as we discuss diversity, equity, and inclusions for young children.
👉
In this webinar, we explore the topic of
#DEI
for kids. We will discuss the importance of encouraging young children to appreciate the beauty of differences among their peers.
Join us 👉
When I text you 🍕 + 🚌 that means it’s time to get ready to go back to school. I’m riding around ATL today in this school bus to encourage
@PapaJohns
team members to go “Back to School” and earn their degree – at NO COST – through the Dough & Degrees Program
#backtoschool
As
#Juneteenth
approaches, our executive team is sharing the importance of celebrating the progress we've made for
#freedom
, and how we must continue to strive for
#equality
. ⬇️
Learn more about our commitment to
#DEI
:
Congrats to The University of Scranton Early Learning Center for being named top childcare in Scranton, PA! Their Discovery Driven Learning® approach fosters children's growth through play.
#childcare
#employeebenefits
Well done team! 👏
👉
Employees in frontline industries like
#healthcare
and
#manufacturing
have different needs than those who work in offices. Lighthouse Research & Advisory, Ben Eubanks, shares key data points on what your
#frontline
workers care about most.
Learn more 👇
We've partnered with
@BosChildMuseum
to support STEAM Sprouts, a program designed to encourage children to explore and discover! In June, we visited and set up sensory scales, one of our favorite Discovery Driven Learning™ activities.
Join us in July:
The K-Prep class at Bright Horizons at Lebanon spent time exploring different types of
#shells
🐚 and identifying them in their books! Learn how you can do this
#activity
at home:
In a recent
@HealthLeaders
article, Lesley Delaney, Director of Benefits at
@BCBSMA
shares what changes they've made to their benefits which include adding virtual tutoring and unlimited backup
#childcare
for employees.
#EmployeeBenefits
Learn More 👉
Kids look forward to the slower days of summer just as much as adults. These ideas will help kid's transition easier when it’s time to head back to school.
👉
Higher emotional intelligence does more than help kids understand feelings; it's a key player in building positive relationships, staying engaged at school, and paying attention. 🧠💡
#EmotionalIntelligence
#ChildDevelopment
Join us to learn more! 👉
Did you know that 40% of the
#workingparents
, women in particular, are either rethinking jobs or ready to leave because of
#burnout
? How are top employers like
@Bloomberg
and
@BCBSMA
dealing with these challenges?
Find out in this on-demand webinar
👉
Stephen Kramer, Bright Horizons CEO, is expressing his appreciation and extending his HEARTfelt gratitude to all the employees and teachers on this
#EmployeeAppreciationDay
! 🙌💛
We've all felt the impact of women leaving the workforce during the pandemic. That's why we're making it a priority to bring women
#BackToWork
by partnering up with
@Argent
. Find out more about this initiative and how you can join our team:
#hiring
In honor of
#PrideMonth
, we talked to Carolyn Butler-Lee,
@Cummins
. VP of Diversity and Inclusion about how they support their LGBTQ+ community and the genesis of the company's
#DEI
initiatives.
👉
Is your child ready for kindergarten? Nicole Thompson, Director at Bright Horizons at Trumbull, shares her valuable perspective and insights to help you determine if your kid is ready to start kindergarten.
Learn more 👉
Summer camps are a common choice among parents — and might be so common that they’re already full. What else can you put on the schedule that will keep your child entertained? Check out our suggestions 👇
At
@BrightHorizons
, we stand with and fight for equality for the LGBTQ+ community. In honor of
#PrideMonth
we shed a spotlight on an inspiring employee story of Kara Maul and Jilly Petty, both lead educators at our Davis Square Center.
#DEI
🌈
Read More 👉
As companies attempt to rebuild in the wake of the
#GreatResignation
- employers must understand that each generation in today's
#workforce
has different expectations that can affect their job satisfaction.
What do these expectations look like?
👉
Bright Horizon's 2022
#MFI
survey found that 48% of
#workingparents
are most at risk of leaving their current jobs. Learn more about the primary reasons why working parents are calling it quits in this
@Forbe
's article below👉
Language and listening, the ability to work together, controlling impulses and emotions, and more. Learn how they’re woven into our Discovery Driven Learning(r) approach.
Register Now 👉
Today we welcomed
@BrightHorizons
to the
@Seneca_High
family as an official business partner in our Teaching & Learning pathway. So excited for the amazing opportunities awaiting our future educators 📚 🍎 📝
Today, we celebrate those who work. Thank you for your hard work and dedication that makes our world a better place to live and work in! Happy
#LaborDay
!
When we visited the
@BosChildMuseum
in June, we couldn't leave without teaching them our
#LifeIsBright
dance!
We'll be back at the museum on Wednesday, July 27th from 9am to 12pm, come visit and show us your moves!
Gardening is an activity where children can get involved in science, math, outdoor play, and physical activity. And gardening books abound for every age group. Check out 👉
We love recognizing & celebrating employee milestones! Today we want to wish a very Happy 20th Anniversary to Mrs. Nicki - our center director at Superior Children's Center in Farmington, MO.
Thank you for all that you do!👏😍
#WeAreBH
#EmployeeSpotlight
Did you know that
#gardening
is a great way to teach your little one patience and respect? Check out our tips to get your child interested in
#gardening
🌱🌼.
.
@Jane_Steinmetz_
of
@EY_US
is one of Boston’s top female executives, her family’s primary breadwinner, and the mother of 4. But like so many other working moms, she's the one getting texts about slumber party drama during her workday
#ModernFamilyIndex
Congrats to Ms. Joycelyn at Bright Horizons Family Center at Braker Lane for receiving her B.A. from U of Arizona through the BH 'Horizons Teacher Degree Program!' 🎓🎉
#MyBHHorizons
Learn more about getting your early childhood education degree for free:
In honor of
#WHM
, we celebrate Linda Mason, co-founder of
@BrightHorizons
, who reshaped
#earlychildhoodeducation
with her pioneering idea of employer-sponsored
#childcare
40 years ago. Her enduring legacy continues to uplift families worldwide. 💜
👉
We are pleased to have Ilene Serpa, our first guest speaker & VP of Communications at Bright Horizons for our
#BHWebinar
. Tune in as we reveal what we learned from our annual research, the Bright Horizons Modern Family Index
👉
@TrainingIndustr
is the most trusted source of information on the business of learning. Burnout is very real in the workforce. Read this article from our Chief Client and Experience Officer, Priya Krishnan on how child care benefits help combat burnout.
Congratulations to Amy Cook, our Center Director at WVY Medicine Child Development Center, who received a Mentor of the Year award for her work with Project SEARCH! Thank you for all that you do! 👏😊
Learn more about Project SEARCH
👉
The role of music in child development is significant as it provides both enjoyment and learning opportunities. Learn the benefits of music and read parenting tips for helping children enjoy music:
In this
@USATODAY
article,
@sanofi
's head of
#HumanResources
Clint Wallace, said the need to support employees who are also caregivers is growing as the large baby boomer generation ages. How are they providing support to the sandwich generation? 👉
With children’s enthusiasm for music, early childhood is the perfect time to encourage the development of musical sensibility. Click for ideas to integrate music into the rhythm of this
#KidsMusicDay
:
We are proud to offer this great benefit, but even prouder to honour our
#Graduates
! 🎓 Congratulations to all our graduates from the Bright Horizons “Horizons Teacher Degree Program.”
#EmployeeBenefits
Learn more about our free ECE degree program here:
In honor of
#Juneteenth
, our board member, Laurel J Richie joined us for a fireside chat, and shared the importance of creating environments that feel welcoming and
#inclusive
to all families and staff:
Learn how we put her words into action:
You can tell the wheels are turning. But what’s actually happening, and how can you support your child’s brain development? We’ve invited expert guest, Dr. Stephanie Carlson, to help us figure it all out.
Register HERE 👉
Diverse family structures are common and children will ask questions about family structures that differ from their own. Learn simple ways to teach children about diverse families:
#DEI
Ready to supercharge your team's potential? 💡
Join us for expert insights, real-world strategies, and inspiring stories that drive retention, innovation, and growth in our upcoming
#webinar
.
#employeebenefits
#ChildCare
👉
️Don't forget to vote for
@BrightHorizons
"Design for Learning" at
#SXSWEDU2024
! 📣
Experience Reggio Emilia &
#Montessori
as participants design their spaces for learning!
✨How to vote✨
✔Sign in or register for SXSW
✔Select “arrow up” to vote
👉
Bright Horizons is thrilled to participate in
#SXSWEDU
2024! Be sure to check out our session "Design for Learning: How Environment Influences Experience" on March 6. See you soon Austin!
Congratulations to Ms. Barb, our toddler teacher at Bright Horizons CDW at Play, for her 20th anniversary with BH! The center celebrated her with all things "20" - shirts, flowers, balloons...
Thank you for all that you do!👏😍
#WeAreBH
#EmployeeSpotlight
🌟 Big News! 🌟
#BHClient
@HCAhealthcare
Houston invests $7M in a state-of-the-art
#childcare
center at Bay Area. The "Clear Lake Center" will benefit 2,200 employees. A strong move in supporting their
#workingparents
.
Details 👉