Our Early Childhood Education Centers—staffed by Certified Teachers licensed by the NYC Department of Education—recently recognized the achievements of the youngest learners with "Moving Up" ceremonies. These events marked significant milestones for the children and their families and celebrating the growth, learning, and progression to the next phase of their educational journeys. Take a
The dads and kids at Allie’s Place had a great time at the Father’s Day Barbers and BBQ bash. The Culinary Team prepared and served up smokin’ to-go BBQ meals and kids made cards while their dads received haircuts from volunteers
Spring is in full swing and HFH Early Ed is staying active and sprouting young minds. Take a sneak peek at how our youngest learners are blossoming—from morning movement to hands-on learning about our earth’s ecosystem. Prospect Early Ed has
Saratoga Early Ed hosted a Valentine’s Day bash—parents joined their kiddos for an afternoon of heartwarming fun and learning as they rotated through various hands-on stations including tree stamping with heart-shaped leaves, using droppers and food coloring on paper towels to explore
The Early Childhood Education Centers across HFH shelters have been expanding their wisdom of wardrobes during a recent Clothing Study—part of NYC Public Schools Early Childhood Education Creative Curriculum. “Our goal is to find out what
At HFH Family Residences, families and staff welcomed the beginning of the holiday season with Thanksgiving celebrations. These cheerful festivities are more than just gatherings with friends and loved over delicious food—they serve as a way to engage with HFH families and connect them with their community.
Saratoga’s Afterschool crew unleashed ‘Scary-toga’—a spine-chilling spectacle for their friends and families. Decked in their spookiest attire, the little ghouls and ghosts danced the night away in a fang-tastic performance.
This spring, our family residences buzzed with heartfelt celebrations as parents, kids, and staff came together to show appreciation to the wonderful parents with memorable Mother’s Day and Father’s Day events. While the majority of HFH households are female-led, it’s important to recognize the significant presence of fathers within the HFH community. This Mother’s
This Spring, the Afterschool & Rec kids at Prospect Family Residence have been drumming up a storm in a Buckets & Beats class with the Brooklyn Music School. The class was a hit with the young musicians who tapped their way to success. Music teacher
Last month, the Prospect Afterschool and Rec team hosted a residence-wide coloring contest. Afterschool and Recreation Supervisor Patricia Striggles was inspired by the HFH logo—a house with a heart—and tied it into their Valentine’s celebration by prompting the kids to answer the question, “What does love feel
