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Category Archives: Diversity & Inclusion

Preschoolers participating in a cultural celebration to learn about diversity

How to Teach Cultural Diversity to Preschoolers  

From a very young age, culture shapes our perception. NAYEC, the authority on early childhood education policy, reports that these perspectives can manifest in ways we aren’t always consciously aware of: gender roles, family structures, languages, dress, food, etiquette, approaches to disabilities, child-rearing practices, and behavioral expectations.   Different cultures and beliefs coming together is what…

How to Teach Cultural Diversity to Preschoolers

Children are observant and perceptive and quickly point out the similarities and differences among people. Even preschoolers can learn to appreciate a wide range of diversity in their classmates, neighbors, and community members. Supportive families and educators can help nourish the exploration of cultural awareness by engaging in diversity activities for kids, which encourages children…

teachers waving the flag of el salvador

Country of the Month: El Salvador!

If you talk to one of our staff from El Salvador and ask them what their country is like, each and every single time, their face will light up. Upon mention of their county’s name, they will smile, and you will see the flurry of memories rushing through their head.  El Salvador is the smallest…

child celebrating our country of the month, guatemala

Country of the Month: Guatemala!

What led you to this blog? Was it the fact that your little one is attending Casa and you would like to know more about the Country of the Month? Was it that you were trying to find another page on our website but somehow ended up here? Or was it that you were researching…

celebrating día de todos los santos

Celebrating Día de Todos Los Santos

Have you ever heard of Día de Todos Los Santos? Día de Todos Los Santos, or All Saints Day, is a unique holiday where individuals celebrate those who have passed away with big celebrations, flowers, and by visiting their graves. At first glance, many people think that this celebration is the same as Mexico’s Day…

casa employee wearing traditional dress from Honduras

Country of the Month: Honduras!

Nestled between Nicaragua, El Salvador, and Guatemala, Honduras is an inviting place many people know little about. It hides its beautiful treasures awaiting explorers to slowly uncover its culture, landscape, and history through their travels. We are excited to dive into a new culture with our little ones as we begin October! We will learn…

hand with multiple latin flags to celebrate hispanic heritage month

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Casa!

“Not all of the contributions made by Hispanic Americans to our society are so visible or so widely celebrated. However, Hispanic Americans have enriched our nation beyond measure with the quiet strength of closely knit families and proud communities.” President George Bush September 15th through October 18th is a very important time at Casa. Why?…

casa team at the staff picnic which is one of our ways to create a positive work environment

Creating a Positive Work Environment

Creating a positive work environment is a must with the stress and pressure many are feeling during and coming out of this pandemic. Doing things to actively engage employees and increase their wellbeing promotes better mental health. Happier employees tend to stay longer at their company, deliver higher quality of work, and be more productive….

teacher holding two children at Casa and sharing her culture for the interculturality

The Importance of Teaching Interculturality

“Education gives us the chance to understand that we are all tied together as citizens of the global community, and that our challenges are interconnected.” — Ban Ki-moon, UN Secretary-General One of our core values is Pioneering Interculturality. We want to help young children understand that the world is beautiful, and that we should strive to understand…