The public is invited to submit nominations for the Marian Baker Award for Excellence in Child Care.
In 1999, 4-C: Community Coordinated Child Care established the award in memory of its long-time friend and board member, Marian Baker. The award is designed to recognize an individual who possesses the dedication and passion that Marian exemplified in her role as teacher, board member and child advocate.
The nominee must work in an early childhood education program, included but not limited to child care centers and family day care homes, within the counties of DeKalb, Ogle, Lee, Carroll, Whiteside or McHenry. The recipient will receive a $250 stipend.
Nomination packets can be requested by calling Sylvia at 815-758-8149 or 800-848-8727, ext. 221, or emailing sylviai@four-c.org.
All nominations must be received in the 4-C office no later than 4:30 p.m. April 6. The award will be presented at the 4-C Annual Meeting on April 17.
4-C was established in 1971 to promote children’s well-being by advocating for quality, affordable, accessible child care. It supports parents and those providing child care by offering information, education, resources and services.
