Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment

Hello, I'm Mr. NAEYC I'd like to share some things about myself and my core values

is for Appreciation 

•Appreciate childhood as a unique and valuable stage of the human life cycle

is for Base

Base our work on knowledge of how children develop and learn

is for Child

•Appreciate and support the bond between the child and family

is for Dynamic

Recognize that children are best understood and supported in the context of family, culture,* community, and society

is for Excellent 

•Respect the dignity, worth, and uniqueness of each individual (child, family member, and colleague)

is for Friendly

Respect diversity in children, families, and colleagues

is for Greatness

Recognize that children and adults achieve their full potential in the context of relationships that are basedon trust and respect

is for Honesty 

Childhood is a unique and valuable stage in the human life cycle. Our paramount responsibility is to provide care and education, in settings that are safe, healthy, nurturing, and responsive for each child. 

is for Integrity

Families* are of primary importance in children’s development. Because the family and the early childhood practitioner have a common interest in the child’s well-being, we acknowledge a primary responsibility to bring about communication, cooperation, and collaboration between the home and early childhood program to enhance the child’s development.

is for joking 

is for Kindness

develop relationships of mutual trust and create partnerships with the families we serve.

is for Lifelessons

is for Morals

To welcome all family members and encourage them to participate in the program, including involvement in shared decision-making.

is for Nice

To share resources with co-workers, collaborating to ensure that the best possible early childhood care and education program is provided.

is for Opportunity

To work through education, research, and advocacy toward a society in which all young children have access to high-quality early care and education programs.

is for Personality

To promote knowledge and understanding of young children and their needs. To work toward greater societal acknowledgment of children’s rights and greater social acceptance of responsibility for the well-being of all children.