Resource Links
Early Childhood Resource Links
Ready for Kindergarten 2020
Adult Literacy Programs
At the Abisi Adult Education Center, our classes are FREE to adult residents of the Greater Lowell area, thanks to funding from Lowell Public Schools and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
Anne Sullivan Early Intervention
Early Intervention (EI) in Massachusetts is a statewide, family-centered, developmental service. Thom Child & Family Services offers the earliest possible intervention and support for children birth to three years old who have developmental difficulties due to identified disabilities or whose development is at risk due to certain birth or environmental circumstances.
Brain Building in Progress
Started in 2010 as a joint initiative of the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC), and the United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley, Brain Building in Progress is a statewide campaign to raise public awareness and involvement in young children’s healthy development and learning. Our work is based upon the latest science and research on early childhood development. Our mission is to raise awareness of the critical importance of fostering the cognitive, social and emotional development of young children by emphasizing its future impact on the economic prosperity of everyone in Massachusetts.
The “Brain Building in Progress” campaign promotes the important role everyone can play in building young children’s brains. We welcome the business, education, and policy-making communities, as well as members of the media to be part of this crucial venture. By giving a strong start to our youngest citizens, we create a stronger, more prosperous future for all.
Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL)
Focuses on promoting the social emotional development and school readiness of young children birth to age 5. CSEFEL is a national resource center funded by the Office of Head Start and Child Care Bureau for disseminating research and evidence-based practices to early childhood programs across the country.
Child Care Circuit
Child Care Circuit is a Massachusetts based private nonprofit organization providing child care referrals, training and parent & provider services locally and nationwide.
Department of Children & Families
The Department of Children and Families has worked diligently to build a strong system for protecting children and families across the Commonwealth.
Early Learning Standards for Infants and Toddlers
Developed by the Massachusetts Association for the Education of Young Children with an ARRA grant from the Department of Early Education and Care.
English Language Arts and Literacy Curriculum Frameworks
Guidelines for Preschool Learning Experiences
International Institute of New England
We build vibrant, inclusive communities in New England by welcoming refugees and immigrants and providing them education and guided pathways to careers and citizenship.
Massachusetts Standards for Preschool and Kindergarten
in the Domains of Social and Emotional Learning
Mathematics Curriculum Frameworks PK-12
Parenting Classes
Parenting Classes in Lowell are available in collaboration partners at NFI Family Resources.
Pollard Memorial Library
The Pollard Memorial Library is a vibrant community hub and Lowell's gateway to knowledge, meeting the information needs and enriching the quality of life in our community. The mission of the library is to provide diverse collections, state of the art technology, appealing programs and services to Lowell's diverse population in a safe and welcoming environment.
WGBH for Kids
Whether you’re a parent looking to help your children grow and learn; a fan of science, history, music and drama, news and public affairs, life and living programs, or WGBH’s other signature strengths; or a teacher seeking flexible classroom resources, there’s plenty to explore at wgbh.org.
Women, Infants and Children WIC Nutrition Programs
WIC is a nutrition program that provides nutrition and health education, healthy food, breastfeeding support and other services free of charge to Massachusetts families who qualify.