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Once schools closed their doors in the spring, everyone associated with education or child care saw their roles change. Families took on a more prominent role as their child's teacher, some schools became food banks for their community, and as for Lehigh Valley Children's Centers (LVCC), we became a support hub for our families and community.

Although toilet paper shortages grabbed all the headlines when COVID-19 first hit, safe and supervised spaces where students could attend virtual classes or do homework have also been in short supply as a result of the pandemic. As child-care providers and educators who value collaboration with any group who can help support our children, our team knew that we could provide not only a safe space but supplemental education services by connecting families, districts, and our child-care centers. Here's what we've learned so far.

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