Early Learning Center

The Shoalwater Bay ELC centers its curriculum on providing tribal children and families with a high-quality early childhood program.

 

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Mission

At the Shoalwater Bay Early Learning Center, we encourage young children to learn and grow in a safe and culturally supportive environment. We aim to empower each child’s identity, confidence, and preparedness for school by including Coast Salish culture, language, and values in early childhood education.

Services

  • Early childhood education for children from baby to preschool age and up (12 years old maximum)
  • Sharing of Shoalwater bay culture and other relevant Coast Salish lessons
  • Opportunity to be immersed in language and cultural teachings
  • Healthy meals and snacks
  • Safe indoor and outdoor play spaces
  • Social emotional learning and assistance with behaviors 

Contact

Paige Hopfer

ELC Supervisor

Office: (360) 267-8266

phopfer@shoalwaterbay-nsn.gov

Alexie Christensen

Full Time Childcare Worker

alchristensen@shoalwaterbay-nsn.gov

Kathleena Slosson

ELC Childcare Provider

kslosson@shoalwaterbay-nsn.gov