Fear of the unknown can block early childhood organizations from providing care for children with additional support needs. However, Pat Furman (Executive Director of Inspired by Wonder) insists that the joy of providing an inclusive care environment far outweighs the challenges. There is lots of support out there for those who want to provide an effective and inclusive program.
In this Mat time video, Pat breaks down Inspired by Wonder’s 5 core values: Relationships, Lifelong learning, Communication, Wellbeing and Inclusion. These core values are what makes it possible for Pat and her team to offer life changing care for diverse children, and help those children to live out their full potential. We hope that these ideas will inspire you too, and support you in your own journey in creating inclusive education spaces.
About Pat Furman
Pat Furman earned her masters in Innovation in Early Childhood Education in 2022. Since 2004, she has served as Executive Director of Inspired by Wonder, overseeing two child care programs in Winnipeg, Canada. Pat received the 2016-2017 Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Early Childhood Education, the Winnipeg Centre MP 150th Anniversary Medal for Volunteerism, and the 2020 Manitoba Child Care Association Leader of the Year Award.
About Storypark
Storypark helps multi-site early childhood organizations and independent centers improve quality practice, enhance family engagement, and empower educators with efficient child care software proven to make a difference. Discover how you can streamline documentation, planning, communication and educator growth to improve quality and consistency in your ECE learning service.
Fear of the unknown can block early childhood organizations from providing care for children with additional support needs. However, Pat Furman (Executive Director of Inspired by Wonder) insists that the joy of providing an inclusive care environment far outweighs the challenges. There is lots of support out there for those who want to provide an effective and inclusive program.
In this Mat time video, Pat breaks down Inspired by Wonder’s 5 core values: Relationships, Lifelong learning, Communication, Wellbeing and Inclusion. These core values are what makes it possible for Pat and her team to offer life changing care for diverse children, and help those children to live out their full potential. We hope that these ideas will inspire you too, and support you in your own journey in creating inclusive education spaces.
About Pat Furman
Pat Furman earned her masters in Innovation in Early Childhood Education in 2022. Since 2004, she has served as Executive Director of Inspired by Wonder, overseeing two child care programs in Winnipeg, Canada. Pat received the 2016-2017 Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Early Childhood Education, the Winnipeg Centre MP 150th Anniversary Medal for Volunteerism, and the 2020 Manitoba Child Care Association Leader of the Year Award.
About Storypark
Storypark helps multi-site early childhood organizations and independent centers improve quality practice, enhance family engagement, and empower educators with efficient child care software proven to make a difference. Discover how you can streamline documentation, planning, communication and educator growth to improve quality and consistency in your ECE learning service.