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Corse Early Childhood Center

711 S. Leebrick St., Burlington, IA 52601 Phone: 319-753-2707 | Fax: 319-753-9862

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Upcoming Events

Jul 28

Burlington School Board meeting

5:30 pm
Aug 01

Activity Passes

All Day
Aug 04

Marching Band Camp

8:00 am
Aug 04

Marching Band Camp

8:00 am
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Key Contacts

Angela Garcia

Site Supervisor

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Ciara Walechka

Administrative Assistant

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(319) 753-2707

CORSE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

ABOUT

The Grayhound Childcare Program opened in August 2021 and is located inside Corse Early Childhood Center, 711 S. Leebrick St. It is owned and operated by the Burlington Community School District. Corse also houses out 3- and 4-year-old preschool programs.

CURRICULUM

Creative Curriculum is a research-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum for children ages X through preschool. Creative Curriculum utilizes learning centers in the classroom to offer children choices throughout the day for activities that are interesting and relevant to them.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Burlington Community School District is to inspire and challenge students through diverse opportunities. In order to achieve this, the staff of Corse Early Childhood Center will provide every child with a safe, developmentally appropriate environment to explore, encourage, and ignite a love of learning. We will maintain a welcoming environment for our families and community that encourages collaboration.

VISION STATEMENT

Corse Early Childhood Center will be:

  • A partnership that fosters positive connections between students, families, staff, and community
  • A caring, positive, and inclusive culture that creates a stepping stone for lifelong learning
  • A variety of learning opportunities that enhance and empower children’s knowledge and skills
  • A team of professionals who will support the development of the whole child.

 

Mission

Inspiring and challenging students through diverse opportunities.

Vision

The Burlington Community School District strives to have a profoundly positive impact on each student’s adult quality of life brought about by the students’ individual and collective educational experience.

Exit Outcomes

The Burlington Community School District supports all students achieving skills and abilities to become productive citizens in the community in which they live. This includes academic goals, social competencies, employability skills, and technology skills. These skills are a guide for teachers and students in determining projects and areas of focus at various grade levels.

Non-discrimination Statement

It is the policy of the Burlington Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s Equity Coordinators at the District Administrative Office, 1429 West Avenue, Burlington, IA 52601; (319) 753-6791.

For Educational Programs: Cory Johnson, Director of Curriculum, cory.johnson@bcsds.org

For Employment: Laci Johnson, Director of Human Resources, laci.johnson@bcsds.org