Parent Resources
WONDERS KNOWLEDGE BASE
Parent + Guardian
Workshops
Each year, we offer a series of parent and guardian education workshops. Workshops are presented by parenting experts on a variety of topics that help children and families have successful days at home and at school.
24-25
Handy Family Book
The Wonders Handy Family Book provides information about many of our routines and practices. Our policies and procedures are based on guidance and regulation from MSDE Office of Child Care, DC Office of Superintendent of Schools, local health departments, and the CDC. We encourage you to refer to the handbook, as needed, throughout the year.
State + County + City
Financial Aid Programs
There are programs in Montgomery County, MD, and Washington, DC that reduce the cost of care for qualified families. For more information on available city, county, and state programs. visit the link below.
Wonders Circle Fund
Wonders offers financial assistance for enrolled eligible families through the Wonders Circle Fund. The Wonders Circle Fund is fundamental to who we are as a nonprofit organization and it is vital to our community because it:
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provides for accessibility to programs
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allows every family in our programs access to support in the event of an unexpected financial crisis
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ensures economic diversity
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furthers our founding mission
Wonders
Curriculum Corner
These short articles provide insight to Wonders’ curriculum for infants, toddlers, and school-age children and offer tips to empower parents and guardians to create engaging and enriching educational experiences at home. Parents are children’s first teachers, continue to make the most of everyday moments to nurture your child’s academic growth and curiosity.
Child + Family
Support Services
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Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS)
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Child Development Consultants (CDC)
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ChildFind
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ChildLink
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Early Stages
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Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program(MCITP)
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Montgomery County Family Services
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NAEYC Resources for Families
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PEP Education Program, workshops and resources for parents and guardians
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Rainbow Families provides connection and resources for LGBTQ+ parents and guardians