St. Joseph Catholic School Preschool is in partnership with the Quality First Program. By participating in the Quality First program we are recipients of grant-funded monies to allow our preschool to purchase educational resources to enhance the children's learning environment based upon the needs of the preschool and teachers, the Quality First goals, and the community. Additionally, teachers receive monthly support provided by a professionally trained Quality First coach.
Our Mission
First Things First/Quality First is committed to supporting the healthy development and learning of Arizona’s young children from birth to age 5.
Focused on Early Childhood
The early childhood years are when the brain grows and develops the most. In fact, 90% of a child’s brain develops by age 5, before the start of kindergarten. Scientific research has shown that children’s experiences in their early years affect how their brains develop. Research has also proven that kids with quality early childhood experiences do better in school. They are more likely to go to college and have successful careers. They also tend to be healthier and demand less from the public welfare system. That’s why First Things First/Quality FIrst partners with families and communities to help kids have the positive, nurturing experiences they need to arrive at school ready to succeed. We do this through quality early care and education programs, preventive health efforts, and supporting parents in their role as their children’s first teachers.
First Things First/Quality First is committed to supporting the healthy development and learning of Arizona’s young children from birth to age 5.
Focused on Early Childhood
The early childhood years are when the brain grows and develops the most. In fact, 90% of a child’s brain develops by age 5, before the start of kindergarten. Scientific research has shown that children’s experiences in their early years affect how their brains develop. Research has also proven that kids with quality early childhood experiences do better in school. They are more likely to go to college and have successful careers. They also tend to be healthier and demand less from the public welfare system. That’s why First Things First/Quality FIrst partners with families and communities to help kids have the positive, nurturing experiences they need to arrive at school ready to succeed. We do this through quality early care and education programs, preventive health efforts, and supporting parents in their role as their children’s first teachers.