New program supports nature-based learning for
students from 6 weeks to pre-kindergarten.
IPSWICH,
Mass., Oct. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New
England Biolabs (NEB®) and the YMCA of the North
Shore announce the opening of its new early learning center, County
Road Children's Center. Located on the New England Biolabs campus
in Ipswich, MA, the 9,000 square
foot facility can accommodate up to 72 children from 6 weeks to
pre-kindergarten.
Similar to other buildings on NEB's Ipswich campus, the childcare facility was
designed with sustainability in mind and seamlessly integrates with
the natural landscape. NEB partnered with the YMCA of the North
Shore, who will operate the early learning program. The YMCA's
extensive experience in early childhood education aligns perfectly
with NEB's commitment to implementing a curriculum that reflects
its core values. In addition to providing a safe and nurturing
environment, NEB and the YMCA are working toward a nature-based
learning curriculum that utilizes its amazing location to teach
children about science, the environment and conservation.
NEB has provided an onsite childcare program for
its employees and their families since 1987, making it one of the
few companies at the time to offer this benefit. As the company
expanded, the demand for childcare on the North Shore grew as well,
leading to the need for further development. Construction began in
April of 2023 and was completed earlier this year.
"YMCA of the North Shore has been a valued
partner for many years, and we're excited to see how well they
align with NEB's vision," said Salvatore
Russello, CEO of NEB. "Both organizations are committed to
creating inspiring educational experiences, supporting working
parents, and offering children opportunities to engage with nature.
We're excited for NEB families to benefit from a top-tier program,
strengthened by the YMCA's expertise and dedication."
Chris Lovasco,
President & CEO of the YMCA of the North Shore said, "We are
thrilled to collaborate with NEB and provide staff and curriculum
that offers a nurturing environment at their beautiful new
on-campus early learning center where children can learn, grow and
thrive. At the Y, we believe all children should have access to a
fun, welcoming and engaging learning space and this partnership is
a wonderful example of how organizations can come together to do
just that while supporting families, staff, and the broader
community."
The official opening of the learning center took
place on October 2nd,
2024, and was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony that was attended
by NEB and YMCA staff, as well as local guests.
The New England Biolabs County Road Children's
Center is primarily available to NEB employees but is also
accepting applications for families in the local community. To
learn more, visit
northshoreymca.org/county-road-childrens-center.
To learn more about New England Biolabs, visit
www.neb.com.
About New England Biolabs:
For 50
years, New England Biolabs (NEB) has pioneered the discovery and
production of innovative products tailored for molecular biology
research. Our commitment to scientific discovery is evident in
all that we do, including our ever-expanding product portfolio,
investment in our basic and applied research program, and support
of customers' research in academia and industry, including
cutting-edge technologies for use in molecular diagnostics and
nucleic-acid vaccines development. Guided by our founding
principles, NEB proactively invests in efforts to improve the
well-being of our employees, surrounding communities, as well as
the future of our planet. NEB remains a privately held company with
global reach, supported by our headquarters in Ipswich, MA, USA, subsidiary offices in 10
countries, and over 60 distribution partners around the world. For
more information about New England Biolabs,
visit www.neb.com.
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About the YMCA of the North Shore:
The Y is one of the nation's leading nonprofits, strengthening
communities through youth development, healthy living, and social
responsibility. For more than 170 years, the YMCA of the North
Shore has been strengthening the community's foundations. It serves
more than 70,000 members and program participants in 25 cities and
towns. To learn more, visit, https://www.northshoreymca.org/
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