Insights
Make This Summer Count: Enroll in Camp at Catalyst Kids
Each spring, families look for more than just a way to fill the summer—they seek experiences that inspire, engage, and support their child’s growth. At Catalyst Kids, our weekly summer camps go beyond fun. They’re thoughtfully designed to help school-age children thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally—while creating lasting memories every step of the way. Purposeful Play…
Read MoreThe Importance of Before and After School Care
For many working parents, finding reliable and enriching before and after school care is a top priority. The hours before and after the traditional school day can be challenging for families who need a safe and engaging place for their children. Parents want a program that not only ensures their child’s safety but also fosters…
Read MoreGive Your Child a Strong Start: Enroll in Catalyst Kids Preschool This Fall
As summer ends and families adjust to new schedules, Fall presents the perfect opportunity to set your child up for a lifetime of learning success. Preschool isn’t just an early education experience, it lays the foundation for cognitive, social, and emotional growth. At Catalyst Kids, we offer a high-quality, play-based preschool program designed to foster…
Read MoreNutrition Insights with Elizabeth von Klan
We recently had a chance to connect with Nutrition Expert, Elizabeth von Klan, after learning about our At Risk After School program, which provides federal reimbursement for our school-age after-school programs that are located in lower-income areas. What is your educational background surrounding nutrition? I have my Bachelor of Science degree from UC Davis in…
Read MoreMigrant Center Spotlight
Our Migrant centers provide childcare seasonally for the migrant workers in Dixon, Davis, and Madison in Northern California, King City in Central Valley, and year-round in Fillmore and La Escuelita in Southern California. Seasonal programs run from April through October. Our migrant locations offer services for Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, and school-age before/after school and summer…
Read MoreLet’s Embark, Leave Your Mark Teaser
“Let’s Embark, Leave Your Mark”, a children’s book, is an inspiring journey through what it takes to make your dreams come to life. We recently interviewed Richelle Hudson at Catalyst Kids – Rocklin and she is working closely with her illustrator to have her book published this summer.
Read MoreA day in the life of a Catalyst Teacher!
Serving as a Catalyst teacher is deeply rewarding and full of opportunities to discover your best self. This is embodied in spades by Ismael Gomez, a veteran substitute teacher who has worked with kids at Catalyst for 14 years. A “typical day” for Gomez sees a lot of variables as a sub. But there…
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