About Us !

Mission Statement * History * Locations * Vision Statement * Values Statement * Strategic Plan

Our Mission

Stepping Stones Children's Center, Inc. is a private non-profit organization whose mission is the total development of children. We are committed to providing high quality education and child care in an environment that fosters positive relationships among our children, staff, families and the community we serve.

History

Stepping Stones Children's Center, Incorporated is a private, non-profit organization established in 1979 to provide care and education to children and their families in Northern Allegheny and Southern Butler counties. The families and children enrolled in Stepping Stones programs represent a diverse range of racial, ethnic and economic backgrounds. Stepping Stones has grown from a single site providing care to 12 children, supported by Eden Hall Farm, to six sites serving over 300 children.

Locations

Vision Statement

Stepping Stones Children's Center, Inc. will strive to be an organziation that exemplifies growth and
opportunity for children, their families, and our community at large, by providing the following:

A future that is brighter, safer, and more productive for children

More effective networking among community organizations

Wider understanding of the needs of children and families

Early identification and intervention for children with special needs

Secure jobs for child care workers in a supportive working environment

A stronger and more stable local economy

Values Statement

Stepping Stones Chilren's Center, Inc. through its Families, Staff, Board and Administration affirms its commitment to these values for our children and the community.

We will work diligently to:

Create and maintain standards of high quality care and education for children and youth

Monitor the economic climate in the organization to foster quality programming and growth

Design and maintain high quality physical environments that are safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing

Promote innovative and creative development of programs, services, and solutions for children and their families

Respect and foster the unique talents and abilities of each child

Model behaviors that teach tolerance and respect for differences

Create a spirit of cooperation and partnership with and among community organizations

Serve as advocates for children, families, and the early childhood profession

Maintain high standards of ethical conduct

Maintain high standards of professionalism

Encourage teamwork

Strategic Plan

Goal A: To maintain and expand enrollment in existing programs and space to capacity.

Goal B: To expand programs in Pine-Richland and surrounding school districts.

Goal C: To obtain and maintain program accreditation from NAEYC and NSACA.

Goal D: To improve and expand facilities at the Main Center.

Goal E: To increase the availability and use of technology in all programs and administration.

Goal F: To enhance the financial position of the corporation to support the Strategic Plan.

Stepping Stones Children's Center
712 Warrendale Road
Gibsonia, PA 15044
724-625-2253--fax
724-625-2199