Early Years Program

Our Dr. Tricia Dallas will be so very missed! Thank you for all you have done for EYP and the Red Clay Community Tricia! Congratulations and best wishes! 🎉❤️

Thank you, Dr. Patricia Dallas, for thirty years of service with the Red Clay Consolidated School District.

Congratulations to the EYP Class of 2024! We are so proud of you! (we’ll be sharing more photos in the coming days, if you would like us to share your photos, please send to [email protected]) Kindergarten loading……..

Congratulations to our Ms. Bernice! Thank you for all you do!

Megan Murray is a speech language pathologist who has been working with Early Years Program for 12 years. Currently, she has several roles at EYP including helping to lead the therapy team, seeing students at ELC, and completing evaluations. She also works with students to support their Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) needs as an AAC Coordinator at ELC and RPE. She loves getting to work with students, staff, and families across all of our sites! Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, listening to live music, yoga, and cheering on her favorite sports teams with her husband.

My name is Colleen Yerger, and I’ve been in EYP for 3 years as an SLP. I have loved helping our youngest learners get started in school and seeing their communication grow! Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, reading, checking out coffee shops, and going for walks and hikes with my newly rescued dog.

Congratulations to our Miss Hannah Rohrbaugh!

🌟 Join us in celebrating our Teacher of the Year! 🍎✨ Meet our dedicated educator committed to shaping young minds, making them an invaluable part of our school community. 📚🎉
Early Years Program

My name is Caitlin Moppert, and this is my second year with EYP at RCCSD. I am an evaluating SLP, so I work with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate incoming students. I also work with another SLP to help facilitate the Safe Feeding and Swallowing Program within EYP. My experience before RCCSD includes Nemours, early intervention and a residential school for individuals with developmental disabilities. In my personal life, I love to spend time with my husband and my one year old son. We love to go to the beach and spend time with friends.

Shelton Harder: My career in early childhood education began in North Carolina, where I was a preschool teacher for 3 years. While teaching, I became passionate about language development, AAC, and helping children communicate. I recently graduated from the University of Delaware in May and began my career as an Itinerant Speech Language Pathologist here with the Early Years Program! The best part of my job is facilitating children’s communication skills, and helping their communication partners learn how to best support them. When I am not working as a Speech Language Pathologist, I enjoy spending time with my fiancé and our adorable (and spoiled) Yorkie-Poo, gardening, mountain biking, playing guitar, going to the gym, and recently learning digital art.

Patricia LaBonte: This is my first year working as speech therapist in the Early Years Program. I previously worked in early intervention for 14 years. I love working with children and helping them communicate! When I am not at work, I enjoy hiking, reading, and spending time with my husband and 2 daughters.

Thank you for all you do to keep us healthy & safe! Happy School Nurses Day!

Katie Azzara has been a practicing speech-language pathologist since 2015. She absolutely loves working with preschoolers, and having the opportunity to support our community’s Spanish-speaking and bilingual families. Katie enjoys yoga and pilates, hiking, reading, and spending time with her husband and 8-month-old son.

Jess Brand is a speech-language pathologist at our Richardson Park site. Ms Jess has been a speech-language pathologist for 7 years and has been with EYP for 6 years. She loves working with her students, their families and her amazing colleagues. Her students always put a smile on her face. Outside of work, Jess enjoys being active by playing ultimate frisbee, traveling and spending time with her friends and family.

Join EYP in celebrating our amazing staff this week!

PIC in the Park
June 08, 2024 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Glasgow Park, Pavilion 1
Join us for fun in the sun! We will have community organizations present to talk about your child’s summer learning and health needs. There will also be games, snacks, and bubble fun!

My name is Samantha Bell and this is my second year with EYP but my sixth year as a Speech-Language Pathologist. I love having a collaborative team that works hard to provide our students with the resources they need to grow and succeed. When I’m not at EYP, I enjoy spending time with my husband and daughter and going to Longwood Gardens.

Reminder: National Teacher Appreciation Week starts this Monday, May 6!

Help us show appreciation for the great educators in your lives - including early childhood/child care and K-12 teachers - by sending shoutouts to [email protected].

Include:
- Name of the teacher you want to celebrate
- The school where the teacher works
- Message you would like to share
Optional: Short videos, photos or student drawings

Shoutouts will be shared using the hashtag on Facebook (), Twitter (DEDeptofEd) and Instagram ().

Thank you again for your shoutouts to Delaware teachers!

Hunter Rudinoff: This is my first school year as an itinerant speech-language pathologist with Early Years Program. I attended University of Delaware and did one of my clinical rotations here in Red Clay. I have loved watching my preschoolers grow and learning from my fellow SLPs and mentors! When I’m not at EYP, I enjoy spending time with my husband and pup, going to the beach, and playing golf!

My name is Nicole Immediato, and this is my 8th school year as a speech-language pathologist with the Red Clay Early Years Program. I have also been an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Coordinator for EYP students at Warner and at itinerant sites since January 2021. The best parts about my job are seeing students grow across all of their skill domains during their time at EYP, collaborating with the talented professionals with whom I work, and spreading awareness and education about communication, especially related to AAC. I love exploring local coffee shops, yoga, leopard print, reading, and taking walks with my pit bull, Tootsie. My newest hobbies are caring for my plant babies and playing golf.

Join EYP in celebrating our amazing team of SLP’s this month!

Friends & Families of EYP, please reach out to Cari Phillips if you’re able to assist with celebrating our amazing staff!

Thank you to all of EYP’s AMAZING Occupational Therapists!

🎉 Get ready for an unforgettable day of wellness and fun! 🌟 Tomorrow, April 27, 2024, is the Health & Wellness Fair, and it's all about YOU! 💪 It's FREE and jam-packed with activities for everyone, from health screenings to community resources. We'll be waiting for you at the back parking lot of Warner Elementary for a day of laughter, learning, and wellness. See you there! 🎊 🌿

LAST DAY FOR CHOICE APPLICATIONS FOR THE 24-25 SY!

Secure your child's spot today! Our Red Clay Early Years Program (EYP) is more than just a preschool – it's a vibrant community committed to nurturing and supporting ALL children, including those with disabilities.

Here's why you should choose EYP for your child: Dedicated to meeting the unique needs of every child. Special education services (FAPE) for children with identified disabilities/IEPs. Three convenient locations for the 2024-25 school year (Early Learning Center, Richardson Park, and Warner Elementary).
Visit our website or contact us for more information. https://www.redclayschools.com/Page/2668


Early Years Program