Organizational Statements

Lewis-Clark Early Childhood Program is a private, non-profit organization, serving Southeast Washington and North Central Idaho. Our primary purpose is to provide early childhood education and family support services to limited-income families through Head Start, Early Head Start, Washington’s Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP), and an Idaho-funded program.

Mission Statement
The mission of Lewis-Clark Early Childhood Program is to strengthen families and prepare children for lifelong learning through the combined efforts of staff, parents and the community.

Vision Statement
Lewis-Clark Early Childhood Program’s vision is to be an active participant in promoting a society and community where families and children have optimal opportunities to learn, develop and share those skills, attitudes and attributes that help assure lifelong learning, health, safety, independence, happiness and personal success.

Philosophy Statement
Lewis-Clark Early Childhood Program subscribes to a belief that healthy families and children are the most basic elements in any viable, productive society or community. Our program’s efforts are guided by the belief that “We’re here to do what’s best for families and children.” We keep this belief foremost in our minds to guide our decisions.

Values Statement
Lewis-Clark Early Childhood Program values the unique individuality of each person and the cultural differences that make our community and organization distinctive. We aspire to “treat everyone with unconditional, positive regard.” We believe that through cooperation and teamwork we can accomplish far more than anyone or all of us working independently.

Goals Statement
Lewis-Clark Early Childhood Program’s overall goal is to strengthen the organization’s ability to respond to the unique needs of each of our communities, enabling us to continue to provide high quality services which are well-rounded, individualized, and developmentally appropriate for pregnant women, children, and families.