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Early Childhood Development

KidSquad

Caregiver with ChildAs children grow and learn about the world around them, they often experience strong emotions that accompany the daily challenges of growing up. Sometimes this can be revealed by children acting out in childcare environments and classrooms in a way that disrupts their ability to learn and impacts others around them – both in the classroom and at home.

Our KidSquad program is dedicated to supporting children and caregivers through early development of social and emotional skills. Program leaders collaborate with teachers, care providers and families to support children in becoming successful in their early care environments and classrooms, thus reducing the risk of expulsion.

No child should be withheld from a quality learning environment. The KidSquad program provides support – in both the classroom and within the home – to ensure all children have the opportunity to learn within a traditional childcare setting.

The services of KidSquad are provided at no charge to you through grants provided by the Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative, United Way of the Midlands, anonymous donors and through federal award G1601NECCDF of the Childcare and Development Block Grant of the US Department of Health and Human Services.

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Children's Square Join Forces

Together, hand-in-hand, Child Saving Institute and Children’s Square have united as one organization. This historic partnership is a community-driven step forward—expanding the circle of care for every child and family.

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Mickey Crampton

Site Director at Spellman Child Development Center

Mickey Crampton, Site Director at Spellman Child Development Center, has dedicated her career to fostering growth and learning among educators while making a positive impact on young students' lives. With over four years at Spellman and a wealth of experience in early childhood education, Mickey's expertise and passion for teaching make her an invaluable asset to the organization.

Arriving in Nebraska from California to pursue collegiate softball, Mickey discovered her love for working with children through nannying and eventually transitioned to childcare while completing her education. Her unique perspective and hands-on experience as a lead teacher, along with a bachelor's and master’s degree in human development, have paved the way for her success in various roles within the early childhood education field.

Mickey values humanity as the key to a thriving community at Spellman. By cultivating a safe and empathetic environment for students, families and staff, she ensures a nurturing space for all.

In her free time, Mickey cherishes moments with her family, engaging in outdoor activities such as swimming, going for walks, and camping. With her unwavering dedication to education and community well-being, Mickey Crampton's wealth of experience and passion for teaching make her an exceptional leader at Spellman Child Development Center.