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Project

Waisman Early Childhood Program (WECP)

Center:

WI-Waisman Center, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2026

Contact Information:

Teresa Hoveland
[email protected]
608-265-9852

Project Description:

WECP is a center based early childhood program that is meeting the needs of a developmentally diverse group of children at 1 through 6. Approximatley two-thirds are developing typically, and one third may have a special education need. WECP features small class size, low student to teacher ratio, large and newly remodeled classrooms, a gymnasium and landscapted playground- The Discovery Garden. WECP serves as a training site for undergraduate and graduate students who are involved in programs related to early childhood.

Keyword(s):

early childhood, inclusive education

Core Function(s):

Training Trainees, Other Direct/Model Services

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Family Members/Caregivers

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Single-County