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Success By 6 is an initiative of the United Way which raises awareness about the importance of the early years, birth to age five, in the healthy development of a child. The Vision of SB6 is to have all children grade ready by age six by enhancing mental, physical emotional and social development.
The Success By 6 committee is made up of partners from all sectors of the community who work to promote and support early childhood development action plans. The projects and activities Success By 6 develops enhance the lives of all children in the community and their families.
Our most popular program is the Dolly Parton Imagination Library.
SB6 manages the Seanna's Bookcase System which offers gently used children's books to families. We accept gently used children's book at North Street throughout the year. We do hold an annual book drive in conjunction with the Syracuse SB6 in March.
Each February is the February Family Fun Day, an annual family participation day in educational entertainment activities and program information for families with young children. This annual event is held in conjunction with the Cayuga Community College during the first Sunday in February.
Seanna Donley Growing Together Conference is an early childhood conference for childcare providers, teachers, paraprofessional staff, and parents (2002). It extends professional development opportunities for all caregivers of young children and has many resources available. It is held on the Sunday after Columbus Day each October at the Cayuga Community College.
The Born Learning Campaign is a national public engagement campaign, which urges caregivers to turn everyday moments into teachable moments. The campaign is a product of a partnership between the United Way of America, the AD Council and Civitas (2005) Go to www.bornlearning.org for more information.
Each of us can make a difference in the life of a child. Follow the links to see how you can get involved!
How can parents and caregivers make a difference?
Read to your child everyday! It is never too early or too late! Babies love to hear your voice. Talk to them as soon as they are born. Your child learns to talk by hearing you speak. Speak to them like adults.
Play with your child. Interact at changing, feeding, bath and dressing time. They love you! Love them too!
Go for walks daily with your child.
Turn off the TV and be selective in your viewing choices.
Make sure your child is immunized. Call your pediatrician or local health department (315) 253-1560 for information.
Be aware of developmental milestones. Talk with your pediatrician or contact the Early Intervention Program. They can provide free screenings and evaluations for a child (birth - 3); for more information call (315) 253-1560.
Parenting Support - learn skills to become an effective parent. Skills are not acquired, they need to be learned.
Contact your local school district for information on support services for your children.
Take care of yourself - address issues that may drain or sidetrack your energy and focus, such as depression, family discord, sexual abuse, etc. There are experienced counselors available to help. Call the CARE program at Cayuga Counseling at (315) 253-9795. You are the most important person in your child's life.
Set the rules and stick to them! Clear and age appropriate rules make kids feel more secure because they know exactly what behavior you expect of them.
Bedtime should be the same time every night! Kids love routines and yes even this one! Plan your evenings around bedtime routines. This will help them and you.
How can an employer make a difference in a child's life?
Encourage a healthy balance between work and family. Adopt family friendly policies that include job sharing, flexible schedules, family sick days and time off for school conferences.
Adopt a child care agency and have diaper drives, provide volunteers, or make book donations. Get involved in the annual "Bring On the Books Book Drive".
Promote quality childcare opportunities in your businesses. By working with parents and families, their productivity will increase-increasing your profits!
Provide educational information for employees on healthy lifestyles, parenting matters and family activities. Call Success or Epic to run a parenting workshop for your employees.
How can a social service provider do more?
Target service hours to accommodate working family's schedules.
Promote other agencies that help families and children. Low-income parents can benefit from many of the services that are offered by the Cayuga/Seneca Community Action Agency. From emergency services to Head Start, C/SAA is a valuable community resource, call (315) 252-0038 or (315) 255-1703 for information.
Empower families. Often services go unused because families are too "proud" to seek much needed help.
Collaborate with other agencies to help improve community life. By becoming aware of other agencies and their programs or services, you can better inform those you help.
How can a member of the community make a difference?
Get involved in a child's life: become a Mentor. Call Y-Pals at (315) 253-5304.
Make every child you see feel special - a friendly smile could mean a lot to a child! Remember children's names and say hello!
Just Do It! Participate in an organized youth activity and give back to your community. It needs you.
READ to children - Be a volunteer reader, there are many opportunities. Call the local library, preschool, or daycare centers. Read at the Auburn Parks this summer, for the Literacy in the Park Program call 255-2746.
Give - donate children's books to the Seanna's Little bookcase System (255-2746). Donate useful items to Headstart or a local childcare council.
Advocate for children! Although a child can not vote, you can. Call the Board of Elections at (315) 253-1285 to register to vote. Let your leaders know that you want children to be a priority. Write your elected officials and local newspapers regarding your concerns and let your voice be heard!
Educators already make a difference. What more can you do?
Volunteer as a tutor for young parents.
Organize family fun nights at local schools.
Sponsor parent resource meetings.
Encourage active parenting. Invite parents to come and speak or read to your class.
Get to know your students' families.
Have a resource library available - stock it with videos and books for parents to use. Let parents have access to you via an Email address.
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