CSN’s Charleston campus was filled with the sound of little feet and lots of laughter this past week during Campus Children’s Centers Week, and it was nothing short of magical!
The week kicked off with the much-anticipated “Chalk Walk to the Clock,” where children, families, staff, and even CSN Security strolled hand-in-hand to the campus Clock Tower. The little ones transformed the area into a colorful masterpiece, filling the ground with vibrant chalk drawings, bringing joy and imagination right into the heart of campus.
From there, the children paraded across the campus like little explorers on an adventure. First stop? The Student Union. Next, they visited the Math Department in the H Building, where two of their own parents are faculty members. They even peeked into a math class in Building D, giving the preschoolers a sneak preview of what the future might hold. The adventure didn’t stop there—they toured CSN’s Dental Program, delighting in seeing all the cool equipment in the A Building.
But what’s a celebration without some storytime? We had the most wonderful guest readers join us. Maddie Williams from CSN Security read “The Lion and the Mouse,”and Denise Sydney from the Education Department brought joy with “Noodles and the No Bones Day,” while Anna Becker from the Biology Department gave us a bilingual treat, reading The Three Little Pigs in both French and English. Families also stepped up to share stories, with more than 20 parents joining the fun.
“We were thrilled to have so much participation from our families,” said Mary Regan, Director for the Early Childhood Education Lab. “This week wasn’t just about fun, it was about showing these little ones that learning is all around them—whether they’re drawing with chalk, hearing a story, or watching a college class in action.”
Campus Children’s Centers Week really hit home on CSN’s mission to “Achieve, Succeed, Prosper.” By walking through the campus, the preschoolers got a first glimpse of the world of higher education, sparking curiosity about what the future might hold. For these young learners, it was a reminder that success starts early—through playful experiences that help them grow, and dream big.
