Childcare facility for children 3 months - 12 years of age.

Sea Stars Early Learning Center

Sea Stars Early Learning Center offers a balanced program that incorporates play-based learning, structured lessons, and physical activities. Children are encouraged to explore their interests, whether through music, art, science, or outdoor exploration. There’s a focus on developmental milestones, including fine motor skills, communication, and social interaction. The facility focuses on helping children develop strong social skills through group activities, games, and cooperative learning. There’s an emphasis on emotional intelligence, teaching kids how to manage their feelings and resolve conflicts peacefully. Our amazing helps kids learn to share, collaborate, and support one another, fostering a sense of community. The facility embraces children from all backgrounds and is sensitive to cultural differences, making sure all children feel accepted and valued. The facility features a large, secure outdoor play area with age-appropriate equipment. Children spend plenty of time outdoors, engaging in physical play and exploring nature. There may also be gardening activities. The building is designed with child safety in mind, featuring soft corners, non-toxic materials, and secure fencing around outdoor areas. Access points are monitored and locked to ensure only authorized individuals can enter. There’s a first aid kit and trained staff on hand at all times to handle any emergencies. The classrooms and play areas are spotless, with an abundance of natural light streaming in through large windows. The space is well-organized, with age-appropriate toys, books, and learning materials accessible to children. There’s a cozy reading nook, art stations, and sensory play areas where kids can explore their creativity. Our staff is certified in child development, first aid, and CPR, but they also have a genuine passion for working with children. Melissa Anderson and Leigh-Ellen Ferreira are two Falmouth natives who have spent many years working with children.

Barnstable County

William Hall

Providence Metropolitan Area

Falmouth

Massachusetts

Sea Stars Early Learning Center offers a balanced program that incorporates play-based learning, structured lessons, and physical activities....

Photo: Coast Guardsmen Evan Staph (left) and Derrick Suba (right) were honored for heroic actions during a helicopter rescue near Nantucket last year. (Credit: Ross Ruddell/Coast Guard)<iframe src width="460" height="360" data-src="http://widgets.patch.com/widget-maker/71ce9b747d8135244fda919b385d76e1.html"></iframe> NANTUCKET, MA — Two <a href="http://www.uscgnews.com/go/doc/4007/2778646/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cape Cod</a> Coast Guard members were recently honored for saving two sailors in a harrowing rescue near Nantucket last year.Petty Officers Evan Staph and Derrick Suba on Friday were awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal, respectively.The rescue happened Feb. 15 during a winter storm that churned up hurricane-force and ripped the sails of the Sedona, which was piloted by an Austalian father-son team.Despite the awful flying conditions, the crew navigated a Jayhawk helicopter to the disabled boat, which was floating 150 miles south of Nantucket as 25-foot waves crashed into it."Our purpose was to get them home," said Suba in a statement. "We kept going to make sure we got them home."This video shows the dramatic rescue:<iframe width="500" height="300" src data-src="https://www.dvidshub.net/video/embed/391352"></iframe>

Photo: Coast Guardsmen Evan Staph (left) and Derrick Suba (right) were honored for heroic actions during a helicopter rescue near Nantucket last year. (Credit: Ross Ruddell/Coast Guard)

Petty Officers Evan Staph and Derrick Suba on Friday were awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal, respectively.The rescue happened Feb. 15 during a winter storm that churned up hurricane-force and ripped the sails of the Sedona, which was piloted by an Austalian father-son team.

Despite the awful flying conditions, the crew navigated a Jayhawk helicopter to the disabled boat, which was floating 150 miles south of Nantucket as 25-foot waves crashed into it.“Our purpose was to get them home,” said Suba in a statement. “We kept going to make sure we got them home.”

This video shows the dramatic rescue:<iframe width="500" height="300" src data-src="https://www.dvidshub.net/video/embed/391352"></iframe>

Two Coast Guardsmen on Cape Cod were honored for saving two sailors during a harrowing storm last year.