our Mission & Philosophy

CORE VALUES & GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Interpersonal Skills

• Demonstrate genuine sensitivity to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others. 

• Respectful interactions with staff and families that strive to support families as members of our community.

• Open lines of communication are kept among all members of the WHCC Community.

Professionalism

• Maintain and respect confidentiality of staff and families.

• Demonstrate personal integrity and serve as positive representatives of WHCC.

Health and Safety

• Follow all rules set forth by WI State Licensing.

• Attention to detail as it relates to maintaining a safe environment for all members of the WHCC community. 

Learning Experiences and Environment

• Promote learning through play with attention to hands-on experiences in a rich environment provided both in the Center and in the outdoor spaces that surround our community.

• Implement positive programming with a focus on social-emotional skill development.

• Utilize developmentally appropriate practices to foster learning.

• Allow for self-exploration and independent discovery for each child to learn at their own pace.

Family Focus 

• Work collaboratively with families to keep them informed and involved in their child’s development.

• Regular communication between staff and families to support positive relationships.

Management

• Ethical and effective leadership among all employees in the Center.

• Act as mentors to others with compassionate and honest interactions in order to allow each to reach their fullest potential.

• Sponsored by Promega Corporation and Usona Institute, the commitment to the well-being of children, parents and staff offers a model for replication by other employers and organizations.  

In partnership with families, we create a caring and meaningful learning community for children through the nurturing of positive relationships.