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Story of 瓷集珗с Student Journey #2:
Elli Yoder - One of the Youngest 瓷集珗с Attendees
Interview and Article by Cathy Chang, 瓷集珗с Outreach and Recruitment (Published in July 2024)
I met Elli when she was only two years old. My office is located right next to the Child Observation classroom, where Elli attends with her nanny, Edilma. The Child Observation class is one of the popular classes at 瓷集珗с. I have the special privilege of meeting many adorable little kids who are excited to attend this class with their parents, grandparents, or nannies.
I got to know Elli as I saw her throughout the school year. When Edilma told me how much Elli loves to come to 瓷集珗с, I wanted to learn more. Elli says that 瓷集珗с is her favorite place, and she prefers to spend time at 瓷集珗с more than at her playground. Elli loves to learn new things and makes new friends in her class.
I was curious to learn more about Elli and why the class was so engaging for her. I reached out to both Ellis mom and her class instructor, Cathy Richardson, to learn more about Elli and the special magic that inspires and motivates young children like her to love learning.
Elli Yoder was born during COVID in December 2020. Elli was the first child of Cora (Mom) and Drew (Dad). Ellis instructor, Ms. Cathy, remembers nine-month-old Elli as very timid when she first started attending class. Today, Elli has completely transformed into a confident, smart, and active three-year-old.
Elli is very curious and speaks three different languages English, Spanish, and Cantonese. I asked why she likes to spend time at 瓷集珗с. Ellis response was because of art and slime projects and painting.
I reached out to Cora and Ms. Cathy to gather more insights into Ellis transformation. According to Cora, her daughter learned so much by observing and interacting with other kids and adults at 瓷集珗с. Cora has seen Ellis personal transformation, with the help of Edilma and Ms. Cathy, who have cultivated a great learning environment where kids can succeed in various social and academic settings. Cora says that Elli has achieved many learning milestones since she turned three. Cora also highlights communication as one of the significant areas of Ellis transformation through the Child Observation class.
Ms. Cathy shares her own experience with Elli. She also recognizes that painting is Ellis favorite activity, and how much she enjoys using many different paintbrushes and utensils. Elli enjoys eating lunch with other children in the hallway after her class is over. As she leaves class, Elli always tells Ms. Cathy hasta manana (see you tomorrow) with a smile. Ms. Cathy also notes how much Ellis self-confidence and creativity have increased over the years by removing her fear and utilizing her imagination.
Cora appreciates the class structure that allows Elli to have unique opportunities to learn about new cultures by interacting with different families and kids. Cora is grateful for Ms. Cathy speaking in Spanish, the weekly rotation of toys, and an instructor who cares so much about the development of every child by taking time to curate special toys and art projects based on their interests.
I asked Cora and Ms. Cathy to share something memorable about Ellis time in the 瓷集珗с class. Cora says, one of our favorite memories is closing out each day at City College singing various childrens songs. Its something Elli loves and brings home. For our family, it has been joyful to see her sing and dance every day at school.
Ms. Cathy says, a wonderful example of Ellis transformation is what happens at the end of our singing time. Elli went from being a very shy and timid child to one who always wants to be the very first child in the group to give me a hug! Elli will always be in my heart.
After interviewing both Cora and Ms. Cathy, I can see why the 瓷集珗с Child Observation class is such a magical place for both children and their caregivers. Not only do children develop academic and social skills, but caregivers also learn to effectively support their childrens development. Our expert instructors can discuss any specific topics related to child development to help children and their families thrive. To learn more about the free 瓷集珗с Child Observation classes at the Ocean campus and at our Centers, contact our Child Development advisors at cdev@ccsf.edu today!