San Jacinto College Children's Center earns NAEYC re-accreditation
PASADENA, Texas – The San Jacinto College Central Campus Children's Center has earned re-accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children, achieving an exceptional 91.96% pass rate. The accreditation is valid through February 2030.
The Center is one of only four NAEYC-accredited facilities in the Deer Park, La Porte, and Pasadena area. With more than 30 years of experience, NAEYC is the nation's leading organization in early childhood education accreditation, setting comprehensive standards for program quality, professional practices, and operational excellence. NAEYC accreditation is widely recognized as the gold standard for early childhood education programs, representing a commitment to operational excellence and high-quality care.
"NAEYC accreditation helps ensure we continue providing high-quality care and education," said Abigail Ramirez, Children's Center director. "As early childhood educators, we believe the journey of student success begins in the early years. Through NAEYC's standards, we're intentionally focused on building future generations - including both the children in our care and San Jacinto College students."
The Center, which has served the community for over 20 years, underwent a comprehensive evaluation process including classroom observations and portfolio reviews. The re-accreditation process began immediately following their previous accreditation in September 2019.
About San Jacinto College
Surrounded by monuments of history, evolving industries, maritime enterprises of today, and the space age of tomorrow, San Jacinto College has served the people of East Harris County, Texas, since 1961. The College is one of the top 10 community colleges in the nation as designated by the Aspen Institute and was named an Achieving the Dream Leader College of Distinction in 2020. The College is a Hispanic-Serving Institution that spans five campuses, serving approximately 45,000 credit and non-credit students annually. It offers more than 200 degrees and certificates across eight major areas of study that put students on a path to transfer to four-year institutions or enter the workforce. The College is fiscally sound, holding bond ratings of AA+ by Standard & Poor’s and Aa2 by Moody’s.
