Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Wild Plum Center For Young Children & Families ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://wildplumcenter.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Wild Plum Center's Sweet 60 Gala!](https://wildplumcenter.org/wild-plum-centers-sweet-60-gala/) - We invite you to join us for an evening of celebration and community impact as the Wild Plum Center marks 60 years of dedicated service to our region’s children and families. Our "Sweet 60" Anniversary Gala will honor six decades of providing comprehensive Head Start programming, early childhood education, and essential family wellness services in - [Head Start](https://wildplumcenter.org/head-start-2/) - Wild Plum Center is the designated Head Start provider for the St. Vrain Valley School district portion of both Boulder and Weld Counties. Head Start is both a federal funding stream, as well as a best-practice early education model. Head Start is one program offered by Wild Plum Center. However, since Head Start is a ## Pages - [What Makes for Great Early Childhood Education in Longmont?](https://wildplumcenter.org/) - Wild Plum Center offers leading Early Childhood Education in Longmont, providing high-quality, nurturing programs for low-income families - [Join the Wild Plum Team!](https://wildplumcenter.org/job-announcement/) - If you want to make a difference in the community while you are at work every day, you are probably a great addition to our fun loving team. It's also worth mentioning that Wild Plum Center offers PTO and other benefits too! We are always looking for quality professionals interested in joining the Wild Plum - [Meet our Team!](https://wildplumcenter.org/staff/) - Board of Directors Do you believe in our mission and want to support an organization that is building equity through education? Wild Plum Center has a Board Member Opening and you are probably the perfect fit! To learn more about how you can make a positive impact in hundreds of lives each month by volunteering a few - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://wildplumcenter.org/frequently-asked-questions/) - Why are you called the Wild Plum Center? Native to Colorado, the wild plum tree represents growth, nourishment, and stability – core elements WPC offers to the families we serve. What’s the difference between Head Start programs and other early childhood education programs? Wild Plum Center uses a multigenerational approach that includes all family members. Our program - [You're Invited to our Gala!](https://wildplumcenter.org/gala/) - We invite you to join us for an evening of celebration and community impact as the Wild Plum Center marks 60 years of dedicated service to our region’s children and families. Our "Sweet 60" Anniversary Gala will honor six decades of providing comprehensive Head Start programming, early childhood education, and essential family wellness services in - [Gala!](https://wildplumcenter.org/gala-3/) - [Annual Report](https://wildplumcenter.org/annual-report/) - Wild Plum Center has had several major accomplishments in the past fiscal years. We have successfully adapted to the growing need of our students in the area of language development and readiness and have seen increased scores in all areas of development. This fiscal year, Wild Plum is working to increase our sustainability through diversification - [Thank you!! We will be in contact with you soon!](https://wildplumcenter.org/form_complete/) - [Enrollment](https://wildplumcenter.org/enrollment/) - Tuition-Based Dual Immersion Wild Plum Center is now enrolling private-pay families at our Longs Peak location! Enjoy the same exceptional, research-based learning environment, dual language immersion, and caring, expert educators that our community loves. If you haven’t qualified before, this is your opportunity to join the Wild Plum family! Learn More about Tuition-Based Enrollment! Tuition-Based Dual Immersion Interest Form (English & Español) - [Enrollment Interest Form](https://wildplumcenter.org/enrollment-interest-form/) - Loading… - [Invest in Early Childhood Education](https://wildplumcenter.org/donate/) - Give Directly to WPC Visit our main Donation Page for an easy way to make a direct impact! Donate Today! Bright Futures Endowment The Wild Plum Bright Futures Endowment Fund is your opportunity to create a lasting, transformative impact on the lives of young children in our community. As the fund grows, its earnings will - [OVERVIEW OF SERVICES](https://wildplumcenter.org/overview-of-services/) - The early years of a child’s life are ones of rapid growth and development. Children who receive prenatal care, have developmental support early in life and participate in high-quality preschool programs are more likely to experience success in higher education or employment. Early developmental services and education provide opportunities and experiences for children to grow - [Mental Health Services](https://wildplumcenter.org/mental-health-services/) - Wild Plum Center regards all forms of family health, including emotional and social well-being, as the foundation for personal well-being and achievement. The focus of Wild Plum Center therapeutic services is on intentionality, meaning that we help families seek real-life solutions to whatever challenges they're currently facing. We partner with Rachel VanEtten, a Certified Play - [Family Wellness Services](https://wildplumcenter.org/family-wellness-services/) - Wild Plum Center regards parents as the first, best and most important teachers of their children. We also believe the family unit, in whatever form it takes, is the foundation for a child’s early development and learning. Wild Plum Center places parental involvement, the parent/child relationship, as well as the mental health of both caregivers - [Preschool Programs](https://wildplumcenter.org/preschool-programs/) - Wild Plum Center offers both Head Start and Tuition-Based Preschool Programming. We are the designated Head Start provider for the St. Vrain Valley School district portion of both Boulder and Weld Counties. Head Start is both a federal funding stream, as well as a best-practice early education model. Since Head Start is a proven model - [Infant/Toddler Programs](https://wildplumcenter.org/infant-toddler-programs/) - Wild Plum Center provides early developmental services to qualifying 0- to 3- year-olds, including prenatal and post-partum support for expecting families. Parents may select from either a Home-Based or Center-Based service model. Home-based services involve Family Mentors working with parents one-on-one in the home setting for one and a half hours each week. Center-based services provide - [For Parents](https://wildplumcenter.org/for-parents/) - To call about your child’s attendance: (303) 848-8029 At Wild Plum Center, we believe that parents are the foremost teachers of their children, and as such, we work to cultivate supportive relationships with all of our families. We are committed to a partnership model for helping children, families and the community as a whole, to - [Fill Our Seats](https://wildplumcenter.org/fill-our-seats/) - At Wild Plum Center, our mission is to provide high-quality early childhood education and bridge the gap to education for Longmont families that otherwise would not have access. However, the current freeze on the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) is creating significant challenges for our centers and the community we serve. Why This Matters - [Tuition-Based Dual Immersion](https://wildplumcenter.org/tuition-based-dual-immersion/) - High‑Quality Early Learning - English/Spanish Immersion - Colorado Shines Level 4 Wild Plum is excited to announce the roll out of our dual language program! Choosing the right early learning environment is one of the most important decisions a family makes. At Wild Plum Center, we make that choice easier by offering a nurturing, culturally - [Head Start/Early Head Start Enrollment](https://wildplumcenter.org/head-start-early-head-start-enrollment/) - Choosing the right early learning environment is one of the most important decisions a family makes. At Wild Plum Center, we make that choice easier by offering a nurturing, culturally rich, dual‑language experience grounded in excellence, connection, and whole‑child development. Start the enrollment process for our Head Start/Early Head Start programs for Preschoolers, Infants, and - [Get Involved](https://wildplumcenter.org/get-involved/) - Wild Plum Center relies on the generous contributions of our community partners and donors. Without these gifts of financial support along with in-kind gifts of supplies and services, Wild Plum Center would not be able to provide essential services to low-income children and families living in Longmont. If you or your organization are ready to - [Community Partnerships](https://wildplumcenter.org/community-partners/) - Wild Plum Center actively seeks opportunities to partner with community groups, businesses and other nonprofit groups to increase awareness of our programming and our fundraising capacity. Build Days Looking to volunteer as an organization? Wild Plum Center has enjoyed working with countless organizations over the last 50+ years. Contact info@wildplumcenter.org if you would like to - [About Us](https://wildplumcenter.org/about-us/) - Wild Plum Center operates on the belief that early childhood education and developmental services are essential in this critical window from prenatal to five, because it gives children the foundation they need to be successful in school and successful in their adult years.We empower parents to work with their children at all stages of development - [INSCRIPCIÓN](https://wildplumcenter.org/inscripcion/) - Para intereses de inscripción, esto incluye a los solicitantes de bebés / niños pequeños y aquellos interesados en la programación preescolar para el próximo año escolar. Lea la descripción general del proceso de inscripción, los requisitos de elegibilidad y los documentos necesarios para inscribirse antes de enviar un Formulario de Interés de Inscripción. Si - [Health Forms](https://wildplumcenter.org/health-forms/) - Student wellness is imperative for a successful year of learning. We appreciate your help documenting any of your student's special diet needs with the paperwork required from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Please read each form's instructions carefully, print, complete and return those that are applicable to your student's diet requirements. Health - [Board of Directors](https://wildplumcenter.org/board-of-directors/) - Do you believe in our mission and want to support an organization that is building equity through education? Wild Plum Center has a Board Member Opening and you are probably the perfect fit! To learn more about how you can make a positive impact in hundreds of lives each month by volunteering a few hours - [2025 Cornhole Tournament](https://wildplumcenter.org/2025-cornhole-tournament/) - [Announcements](https://wildplumcenter.org/announcements-2/) - Stay Tuned for upcoming dates for the 2025-2026 School Year! - [Family Literacy](https://wildplumcenter.org/family-literacy/) - Let’s immerse your child in the wonderful world of books and reading! Reading aloud is the single most important activity for building the knowledge required for later success in reading and in school. Show your child that you like to read and they will, too. Show your child that you respect books and they will, - [Contact](https://wildplumcenter.org/contact/) - Address: 82 21st Avenue, Suite B Longmont, CO 80501 Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Phone: 303.776.8523 Email: info@wildplumcenter.org Leave a Testimonial! - [In-Kind Donations](https://wildplumcenter.org/in-kind/) - There are countless ways to support the hundreds of families we are honored to serve. Whether you are looking for a home for your gently used toys, clothes and books, or you are looking for a group volunteer project- we would love to work together! Here are a few fun ideas to spark your interest: - [Colorado Gives](https://wildplumcenter.org/colorado-gives-day/) - Colorado Gives is the biggest 24-hour giving movement in the state and one of the most successful giving days in the nation. Over 3,800 nonprofits participate in this giving platform, and Wild Plum Center is proud to be one of them! Please consider making a donation today to support the young children and families of Longmont, - [Testimonials](https://wildplumcenter.org/testimonials/) - We'd love to hear from YOU and your experience with Wild Plum. Please take a moment to fill out our short Testimonial Questionnaire so we can share your kind words! Share your Testimonial! What is your favorite thing about Wild Plum Center? The program is devoted to children's growth and development, always looking for - [Parenting Classes](https://wildplumcenter.org/conscious-discipline/) - Children’s behavior is their way of asking for help. Conscious Discipline teaches us to calm ourselves first so we can help our children learn to make good choices. Wild Plum Center is excited to invite you to participate in our Conscious Discipline and the Community course brought to you in partnership with Mile High United - [How Sick Is Too Sick?](https://wildplumcenter.org/how-sick-is-too-sick/) - To call about your child’s attendance: (303) 848-8029 It is our intention to prioritize the health of the program so we can keep classrooms open and appreciate the many precautions your family is taking alongside us to ensure we are all able to come to school safely. To learn more about our Illness Policy, please - [Home-Based](https://wildplumcenter.org/home-based/) - Wild Plum Center provides early developmental services to qualifying expectant families and those with children 0- to 3- years old, including prenatal and post-partum support for pregnant women. Home-based services involve Family Mentors working with parents one-on-one in the home setting for 90 minutes each week. This program option is supplemented by group-delivered parent education - [Nutrition Information](https://wildplumcenter.org/nutrition-information/) - Good Nutrition Wild Plum Center provides 2/3 of a child's nutrition everyday that they are at school for a full day. Wild Plum Center operates on the belief that good nutrition is vital to our physical, mental and emotional health. We work with families to help them learn about the USDA MyPlate, how to prepare - [Milk Caps for Mooola](https://wildplumcenter.org/milk-caps-for-mooola/) - Wild Plum Center is a proud participant of Milk Caps for Mooola, a fundraising program by Longmont Dairy for eligible schools in Colorado. Schools may use the funds to benefit their students in any way they choose. Caps are worth 5 cents each, and all you have to do is turn them in to a - [Center-Based Early Head Start](https://wildplumcenter.org/center-based/) - Wild Plum Center’s infant/toddler program provides a safe and nurturing environment where children ages 6 weeks to 3 years old can explore and learn. Low teacher-to-child ratios (1:4) allow for more individualized attention and support, fostering strong connections between caregivers and children. The holistic growth of every infant and toddler is encouraged by incorporating activities - [Health Services](https://wildplumcenter.org/health-services/) - Wild Plum Center works with parents and caregivers to access healthcare screenings and services for their children. It is our goal to ensure that all children and families connect with medical and dental providers during their time at Wild Plum Center. Age-appropriate health and dental screenings Hearing and vision screenings Well-baby support services, including helping - [Center-Based Head Start](https://wildplumcenter.org/early-education-preschool/) - Preschool Programs Wild Plum Center currently provides two comprehensive preschool programs -- Head Start and non-Head Start funded, Head Start modeled Preschool. Wild Plum provides preschool services to low-income 3- and 4- year-olds. Service elements are intended to address any and all aspects of need within a child's life, allowing for more fruitful educational experiences. - [Creative Curriculum](https://wildplumcenter.org/creative-curriculum/) - Wild Plum Center currently uses the research-based Creative Curriculum in all 10 of its classrooms. Creative Curriculum focuses on all areas of children’s growth – physical, cognitive, social/emotional, and language development. Creative Curriculum allows each teacher to tailor lessons to the specific interests, characteristics, and needs of the children and families in their individual classrooms. - [Food Service Program](https://wildplumcenter.org/food-service-program/) - Wild Plum Center knows that children need proper nutrition throughout the day so that their brains and bodies can function properly and they will be ready to learn. WPC provides 2/3 of a child's nutritonal requirements each day they are in school. Using the USDA MyPlate WPC offers breakfast and lunch to the morning classes and lunch - [Family Services](https://wildplumcenter.org/family-services/) - [Upcoming Events](https://wildplumcenter.org/upcoming-events/) - Mark your Calendars- We are now enrolling for the 2024-2025 school year. All of our services are provided at no-costs to qualifying families. To learn more about eligibility requirements, submit an interest form online and visit our social media pages. To stay in the know, follow us on Instagram- @wildplumcenter Enrollment Interest Form Donate Today! - [Family Resources](https://wildplumcenter.org/family-resources/) - We are honored to be a part of such a supportive and generous community. Below you can find information about various resources that Wild Plum and other partner organizations are offering that we think may be advantageous to our families and the Longmont community. The OUR Center https://www.ourcenter.org/ The Outreach United Resource Center, Inc. (OUR - [Family Activities and Parent Education](https://wildplumcenter.org/parent-education-and-socialization-activities/) - Wild Plum Center hosts gatherings for families to provide an opportunity for parents to meet one another and to allow children to do activities together outside of the school environment. The home-based program meet twice a month to support connection and development of families with children 0 – 3 years old and expecting parents. Wild - [Join Our Mailing List](https://wildplumcenter.org/join-our-mailing-list/) - Love hearing about the Wild Plum Center? Join Our Mailing List - [Diversity Policy](https://wildplumcenter.org/diversity-policy/) - Wild Plum Center adheres to the following statements regarding anti-discrimination: Wild Plum Center believes that equal opportunity is important for the continuing growth and success of our organization. In accordance with state, federal, and municipal laws, this organization intends to comply with these laws which preclude negative discrimination because of race, disability, color, creed, religion, - [Mission, Vision, Values](https://wildplumcenter.org/mission-vision-values/) - Mission: Wild Plum Center prepares children for a lifetime of learning and self-sufficiency by providing a comprehensive, individualized approach to early learning and family wellness. Vision: Wild Plum Center envisions a future in which all children are provided equal opportunities for optimal learning and growth, and all parents are empowered to meet the needs of - [Newsletters](https://wildplumcenter.org/news/) - Here is the latest and greatest from the Wild Plum Center and the incredible community we are proud to partner with. Join Our Mailing List 2023 Newsletters January 2023 Newsletter February 2023 Newsletter March 2023 Newsletter 2022 Newsletters January 2022 Newsletter February 2022 Newsletter March 2022 Newsletter April 2022 Newsletter May 2022 Newsletter June 2022 - [Announcements](https://wildplumcenter.org/announcements/) - [Parent Resource Center](https://wildplumcenter.org/parent-resource-center/) - Links to resources for families: Bright Beginnings www.brightbeginningco.org An invaluable resource for Wild Plum Center Early Head Start families is Colorado Bright Beginnings. This program empowers parents with the guidance, knowledge and tools to create a bright beginning for their child. Home visits are available, free of charge, for three age groups: prenatal-12 months, 12-24 months and - [Formulario de Interés de Inscripción](https://wildplumcenter.org/formulario-de-interes-de-inscripcion/) - Loading… - [Solicitud de Inscripción](https://wildplumcenter.org/solicitud-de-inscripcion-2/) - Loading… - [Join Our Mailing List](https://wildplumcenter.org/join-our-mailing-list-2/) - Love hearing about the Wild Plum Center? [ctct form="1871"] - [Welcome](https://wildplumcenter.org/welcome/) - Wild Plum Center is now enrolling for our Early Head Start and Head Start Programs! Click "Now Enrolling" to apply. Now Enrolling! WELCOME Wild Plum Center is dedicated to empowering families and preparing children for the future. Working with low-income families, our primary mission is to prepare children for a lifetime of learning and - [Volunteer](https://wildplumcenter.org/volunteer/) - We love our volunteers! Without the outstanding resources of time, talent and enthusiasm of our community volunteers, we wouldn't be able to provide the essential services to low-income children and families that we've been known for since 1965! Every effort, whether large or small, contributes significantly to the overall mission of Wild Plum Center. We - [Electronic Enrollment Application- Spanish](https://wildplumcenter.org/solicitud-de-inscripcion/) - Loading… - [Electronic Enrollment Application- English](https://wildplumcenter.org/electronic-enrollment-application-english/) - Loading… - [Acceptance Process](https://wildplumcenter.org/acceptance-process/) - Have you been notified by the enrollment team that your child has been accepted to attend Wild Plum Center for the 2020-2021 school year? If your answer is yes, you will be assigned to a member of our team who will schedule a virtual meeting to complete the acceptance process with you. During the meeting - [CCAP Enrollment](https://wildplumcenter.org/ccap-enrollment/) - The Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) provides financial assistance to eligible low-income families who need child care benefits. If you are eligible, a portion of the total child care cost will be paid. You will be required to pay a portion of the childcare costs directly to the provider based on family size and income. - [Job Announcement](https://wildplumcenter.org/headline-one-2-591/) - We would like to announce a new vacancy for the following job titles within our program: Infant/Toddler Teacher Wild Plum Center is hiring an Infant/Toddler Teacher to join our program. This position is full time and full year. Wild Plum is a comprehensive preschool program serving low income children birth to five in the - [Volunteer](https://wildplumcenter.org/volunteer-604/) - Wild Plum Center is dependent upon the time and talents of our volunteers. Without these gifts, we would not be able to provide the essential community services we do. Our volunteers are essential to our day to day operations. Currently, Wild Plum Center is in need of volunteers for our Early Head Start program. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://wildplumcenter.org/category/uncategorized/)