Valley Stream 24 School District Holds Ribbon Cutting for Our Kids Place at Grace Methodist

The Valley Stream 24 School District recently joined community leaders, educators and families for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of Our Kids Place in Valley Stream at Grace Methodist. The new center will serve students enrolled in Pre-K programs within the Valley Stream 24 School District.

The celebration brought together local legislators, members of the Valley Stream 24 Board of Education, and representatives of Our Kids Place to mark the center’s arrival in the Valley Stream community. Board Vice President Aisha Darby was among those in attendance, joining district and community leaders in recognizing the importance of providing high-quality early childhood education and care for local families.

“We are incredibly proud to partner with Our Kids Place as they establish their presence in Valley Stream and expand opportunities for our youngest learners,” said Valley Stream 24 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Unal Karakas. “The move from Hewlett to Valley Stream has also helped increase enrollment in our Universal Pre-K program, making this important opportunity more accessible to families within our community. We are grateful to our legislators for their continued support and advocacy for Universal Pre-K, which helps make these opportunities possible for our youngest learners. We are excited to offer UPK through our community partner, Our Kids Place, and look forward to continuing our work together to provide our children with a strong and positive foundation as they begin their educational journeys.”

Our Kids Place is led by Owner and Director Mrs. Peters, who operates the program alongside Leslie Peters Brown, M.S. Ed., Senior Educational Director, and Lorraine Peters McMillan, MBA, Operations Director. Together, the leadership team brings a strong focus on creating a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners.

The opening of Our Kids Place in Valley Stream represents a meaningful partnership between Valley Stream 24 and the broader Valley Stream community. The district remains committed to supporting innovative educational opportunities and building strong relationships with community organizations that contribute to the success and well-being of students and families.

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