Rochester Childfirst Network
Director: Ann Marie Stephan
Site Coordinator: Jessica Zambuto
EPK Teaching Team: Sierra Robinson
UPK Teaching Team: Sara Henwood
Sprouting Success
RCN hosted two classrooms focused on igniting children's passion for learning. At summerLEAP the children were provided the opportunity to explore, enhance their confidence, and celebrate their accomplishments. One of the favorite activities was planting seeds and observing their growth, as the children predicted how quickly they would sprout. Each day, the classroom buzzed with laughter and excitement. Seeds of knowledge were planted into each child as they transition into pre-school and kindergarten.
History
Rochester Childfirst Network (RCN) has been serving children ages 6 weeks to 12 years since 1857. Inclusion and advocacy are cornerstones at RCN, and the agency continues to be a leader in advancing the quality of early care and education. In addition to childcare and preschool special education, RCN also provides Universal Pre-Kindergarten for three and four-year-olds during the school year. As an organization, RCN uses the Pyramid Model to promote students' social and emotional wellness and to provide targeted services to those who need additional support. In summer 2026, RCN hosted one EPK and one UPK classroom.
