
Brickie Smart Start
Parenting is an Exciting Adventure and Challenging Journey
The Purpose of Brickies from the Start
Every child within the School City of Hobart becomes a Brickie right from the start! Our goal is to strengthen families by empowering parents as their child’s first and best teachers. Every day, we advocate for families so every child-in every neighborhood- can thrive.
Celebrating your Child's Milestones and Learning about all that Brickies from the Start has to offer your family.
Early Childhood Learning Check-Ups are available for children ages 2 months to 5 years
What is a Learning Check-up?
A Learning Check-up is an appointment with an early learning professional that uses a survey, play time and conversation to observe and note specific ways a child is developing by looking at how he or she learns, plays, speaks, and acts. A certified parent coach, who is trained in child development, will send you an online survey and assist you in using the tool by having a conversation to get a good picture of how your child is developing
Why is it important?
Every parent loves to watch how their child is growing and changing all of the time. Universal Learning Check-ups at School City of Hobart provide an opportunity for parents to identify how their child is learning and how they can assist. Also, since 1 out of 4 children are at risk for developmental delays, universal check-ups allows us to catch delays early so that kids can receive the extra help they may need. Even if you have no concerns, a screening could help you prepare your child for Kindergarten and celebrate your child’s milestones.
What can I expect after the check-up?
The parent coach will help you celebrate milestones and identify any potential concerns for your child. This is NOT an evaluation, so you will not have any kind of label or diagnosis. Instead, you will walk away with information about where to seek a full evaluation, if needed, and/or what additional activities or resources might be helpful for you and your child.
Brickies from the Start Contact Information
Email: djennette@hobart.k12.in.us
Website: https://www.hobart.k12.in.us/Page/1195
Location: 400 North Wilson Street, Hobart, IN, USA
Phone: 219-942-7263
Facebook: facebook.com/buildingbrickies