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Statement of Commitment

Kelly Mavrick

Early childhood professionals agree to:
Make sure programs are based on current knowledge of child development
Encourage families in their task of nurturing their children
Respect coworkers & support their upholding of the Code
Be an advocate for children, their families, & their teachers in the community
Sustain high standards of professional conduct & realize that ideology can affect judgment
Be receptive of new ideas and suggestions of others
Continue to learn, grow, and contribute as a professional
Keep the principles of the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct

Useful Websites

NAEYC home page
http://www.naeyc.org/
Code of Ethical Conduct pdf
http://faculty.weber.edu/tlday/2610/code05.pdf
Indiana Department of Education
http://www.doe.state.in.us/welcome.html

Responsibilities to the Community & Society

NAEYC Code of Ethics

Core Values

Childhood is valued as a significant aspect of life
Foundation built on knowledge of child development
Close ties between child and family are supported
The best support and understanding of children comes from family, culture, and community
The significance of each individual (child, family member, & colleague) is respected
Promotion of trustworthy relationships for children and adults
Principles
Speak truthfully about the nature of services provided
Never offer services that we are unqualified to provide

Never offer services that we are unqualified to provide & report any incompetent behavior to a supervisor
Objectively report knowledge upon which program practices are based
Cooperate with other people who work with children
Do not hire any person who is unsuited for the position
Be familiar with laws that protect children in our programs
Abuse of such laws is prohibited & any violator will be reported until the situation is fixed
Evidence of an agency failing to meet its duty will be reported
The identity of a program may be revealed if it violates this Code in any way
Ideals
Offer individually appropriate & culturally sensitive education services
Encourage cooperation among professions that deal with the welfare of young children
Work toward a world which provides all children with adequate needs & access to quality education
Strive for social recognition of children’s rights and needs
Support laws that promote children & families’ well-being & advocate for needed policies
Enhance early childhood care & strengthen the dedication to the core values
Ideals
Offer individually appropriate & culturally sensitive education services
Encourage cooperation among professions that deal with the welfare of young children
Work toward a world which provides all children with adequate needs & access to quality education
Strive for social recognition of children’s rights and needs
Support laws that promote children & families’ well-being & advocate for needed policies
Enhance early childhood care & strengthen the dedication to the core values