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A Dad. A Dream. A Joyful JumpStart.
Before one-year-old Nia ever stepped into a classroom, she and her dad, Gustav, were already part of the Jubilee JumpStart community.
ccolon284
Apr 62 min read
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Healthy Futures: Strengthening Classrooms, Supporting Children
On Monday, February 3, 2025, Lead Teacher Alexus Ford and Executive Director Rosalina Burgos-Gil advocated for the Healthy Futures Program.
ccolon284
Feb 52 min read
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Partner Spotlight: Families4Families & Jubilee JumpStart – A Lifeline That Endures
In times of uncertainty, true partnerships emerge—not just to meet immediate needs but to create lasting impact. That’s exactly what...
ccolon284
Jan 312 min read
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Holiday Magic at Jubilee JumpStart: A Season of Giving and Joy
We had a wonderful week of festivities at the center, largely thanks to our wonderful parents, DC Fire Department's Engine No. 11, and
ccolon284
Dec 24, 20241 min read
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From First Steps to Bright Futures
Gio’s journey began with a challenging start—he has faced challenges which make reaching milestones more difficult. But Gio is a fighter.
ccolon284
Dec 19, 20242 min read
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A Message of Thanks from Us to You
As we reflect this Thanksgiving, we are filled with gratitude for the unwavering support that our center has received from donors,...
ccolon284
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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A Look at Fall in Love with Books
A look at this year's Fall in Love with Books, a celebration of the magic of literature for the whole family.
ccolon284
Nov 25, 20242 min read
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"Smooth Transitions: Help Your Child Settle into the New School Year at Jubilee JumpStart"
Today is the official start of new school year at Jubilee JumpStart! This is an exciting time full of surprises and new friends. Changes...
ccolon284
Aug 29, 20242 min read
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Welcome Dr. Rosalina Burgos-Gil, Our New Executive Director!
We are thrilled to introduce Dr. Rosalina Burgos-Gil as our new Executive Director! With more than three decades of dedicated service as...
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Apr 8, 20241 min read
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Finding a convenient, affordable, multicultural daycare with a whole family approach was our goal
Finding a convenient, affordable, multicultural daycare with a welcoming whole family approach was our goal
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Sep 19, 20232 min read
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A Shift That Strengthens Our Support For Families
We are pleased to announce that Danica Benson is transitioning into the role of Family Support & Community Engagement Manager. Danica is...
dbenson512
Jul 18, 20232 min read
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JJS teachers continue to meet the city's new education requirements
Did you know that the education requirements for early education teachers working in childcare centers in DC have changed? These changes...
dbenson512
Jul 7, 20232 min read
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Building Strong Families through the ACT Raising Safe Kids Program
Wonderful news! The ACT Raising Safe Kids program was a great success at Jubilee JumpStart last month! For eight weeks starting in May,...
dbenson512
Jul 7, 20231 min read
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A Bright Start to Summer and the Future for our Pre-K Graduates!
Friday, June 14th, was a big milestone for our Pre-K Tigers and their families—Advancement Time! The event was a special occasion to...
dbenson512
Jul 7, 20232 min read
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Jubilee JumpStart's Journey Forward
Many of you know this year has brought changes to pave the path for the next 14 years at Jubilee JumpStart. We've restructured our...
dbenson512
Mar 31, 20232 min read
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What a Magnificent March Into Reading
(Hover and click the circle with arrows in top right of grid to enlarge and scroll.) From the top left, JJS Board Member Lesley Chavkin...
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Mar 31, 20231 min read
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Teachers have always been valued and worth investing in at Jubilee JumpStart.
From our beginning, Jubilee JumpStart understood that investing in children meant investing in their caregivers - including their...
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Mar 30, 20232 min read
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Meet Our New Education Manager
"Being from Colombia, it is important for me to give back to my community. I feel that at Jubilee JumpStart, I can do that because being...
dbenson512
Mar 3, 20231 min read
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Jubilee JumpStart is just one of a few.
According to DC.gov, of 378 licensed center-based childcare centers in the District of Columbia, only 33 offer programming or support in...
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Mar 3, 20231 min read
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A Final Message of Gratitude and Growth
Dear Jubilee JumpStart family and friends, Today is my final day as Executive Director. I depart with more gratitude and gifts than I can...
dbenson512
Jan 31, 20233 min read
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