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New Year, Same Mission- And Here is Why

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With the start of the new year, many individuals are setting goals to ensure 2024 brings value, success and more. After celebrating 25 years of Idaho AEYC being a champion for children and families in 2023,  we  have reflected on the impactful work accomplished last year. As we eagerly step into our 26th year, the anticipation builds and we stand ready to continue our unwavering commitment to championing the well-being of children and families in Idaho.

Celebrate Idaho AEYC being a Champion for Children for 25 Years

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Celebrate Idaho AEYC being a Champion for Children for 25 Years

Growing Together: Early Learning Collaboratives and the Gift of Thankfulness

Parent and child on thanksgiving

Growing Together: Early Learning Collaboratives and the Gift of Thankfulness

Growing Bright Together: Celebrating Milestones in October

Child playing in leaves

Growing Bright Together: Celebrating Milestones in October

The Vacation-Loving Dad

River

Every Day is a Holiday When You Have Family

Josh and Aubrey Naylor escape the Idaho cold for the beaches of Florida and California when the family budget an timeline allow, and trips Switzerland, Iceland, and New Zealand are on the short list, says Josh, because the kids need to see the world.”

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The Time-Conscious Dad

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He Values Today While the Clock Ticks Away

“Being a dad is the greatest gift a guy could ever have; cherish it and respect it because that’s the best thing that could ever happen to you,” says Joey Few of parenting one-year-old Aiden.

“Even when you’re tired, even when you don’t feel like doing the stuff, you just have to do it; you only have one opportunity,” he advises.

The Fisher of Moments

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He Makes Time to Interact with His Children

Dylan and Allison Herman put their children at the top of their priorities, and Dylan’s interactions with the kids are meaningful, if sometimes challenging.

The Gardening Grandpa

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He Makes the Most of Living Close

Ken Gregor says his grandchildren’s unique personalities require unique interactions. That’s why he talks with ten-year-old Ashden by phone most mornings and why Jasce, 2, gets cuddled.

Grandparents and children

The Understanding Dad

Lake

He Gets Worn Down, But He Rallies For More

James (Jay) Aragon says children need love, understanding, patience, and boundaries. The father of adult daughters Holly and Katie—and the grandfather of

Holly’s two-year-old daughter, Arielle—says he and Sally Aragon (grandma) brace for action whenever Arielle comes over.