The Plano Child Care Learning Academy (PCCLA), is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, that has been providing affordable child care and early education for children aged 0 to 13 years of age since 1970.Established by a group of concerned "fathers" in the Douglass Community of Plano, led by the late John Freeman Hightower. He and the other founding members wanted to provide affordable child care and education for children of working families in the area. Since the beginning, PCCLA has provided a "Home Away from Home" while incorporating programs designed to get children ready for public school. PCCLA has dedicated itself to helping working parents meet the educational, physical and emotional needs of their children.
The needs for the center are, volunteers, someone to build and maintain a web site, books, lap tops for low- income after schooler's , as well as grant writers.
Mission, Vision and Values Statements
Of The
Plano Day Care Learning Center:
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide world-class, quality educational-based learning experiences for young children in a safe and nurturing environment. The PDCC promotes individuality, emphasizing intellectual, social, emotional and physical development.
VISION
To become a learning enrichment center of excellence, providing early childhood developmental opportunities.
The Plano Child Care Learning Academy does give equal consideration to all applicants for admission to its programs and activities without regard to race, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability.
No person shall be excluded from participation in, or be denied the benefit of any services offered or subjected to discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, or disability status. All employees are responsible for complying with this policy in discharging their job duties.
Organization name
Plano Day Care Center
other names
Plano Child Care Learning Academy /DBA
Causes
Education - Early Childhood
Operating Budget
$100,000 - $249,999
Counties Served
Collin, Dallas
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx
BIPOC Leadership
Executive Director/CEO
Address
1111 H. Ave Ste.100