ECIC Delaware

💙 Congratulations to Our CDA® Scholar 💙

We are proud to celebrate Abimbola Fabiyi for achieving her Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA®) credential through the support of the Early Childhood Innovation Center (ECIC).

Earning the CDA® is an important milestone in the early childhood profession. It recognizes educators who are committed to strengthening their knowledge, improving classroom practice, and providing high quality care and learning experiences for young children.

Abimbola’s accomplishment reflects dedication, persistence, and a deep commitment to the children and families she serves. Achievements like this continue to strengthen Delaware’s early childhood workforce.

📣 Delaware early childhood educators, if you have been thinking about earning your CDA®, this is your sign. The ECIC scholarships provide coaching, guidance, and financial support so you do not have to take the journey alone.

Apply today at ecic.desu.edu.

“Even on the days I doubted myself, I had people who believed in me.”

That belief made all the difference for Jade Aleah Warrington.

Working with preschoolers at The Lighthouse on the Shore in Lewes, Delaware, Jade was already bringing magic to her classroom every day. But when she was ready to take her next professional step, it was intentional structure, steady guidance, and a community of support that helped her turn doubt into distinction and earn her Child Development Associate (CDA®) credential.

When we invest in our early childhood educators, they do more than just persist they advance, strengthening their practice, their classrooms, and our entire community.

Read Jade's full, inspiring story here: 🔗https://vist.ly/55i4a

We are proud to support educators like Tressa as they continue their professional journey and achieve meaningful milestones in their Early Childhood Education Career.

Congratulations, Tressa! 💙

Another CDA® earned. And this one carries 42 years of dedication.

Tressa Clemow returned to her credentialing journey through the ECIC Family Child Care CDA® Cohort after pausing to focus on her family. Guided by Cohort Coach Stephanie Jackson, she finished what she started.

Congratulations, Tressa. Thank you to the Early Childhood Innovation Center for building the kind of support that brings educators back to the table.

Honoring Memorial Day💙

In observance of Memorial Day, the ECIC will be closed Friday, May 22 and Monday, May 25, 2026.

As we pause for Memorial, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

To our scholars, educators, partners and community, we wish you a safe and meaningful holiday.

Regular operations will resume Tuesday, May 26, 2026.