Dr. Kathryn A. Watson
Child Development Learning Lab
The Dr. Kathryn A. Watson Child Development Learning Lab, in coordination with the parents of enrolled children, offers children the opportunity to develop physically, cognitively, socially, and emotionally within a preparation conducive to active learning. AWC CDLL has an open door policy. Parents are welcome to observe or participate at any time. The overall program goal is to encourage each child to be a responsible self-directed individual with a positive self-concept.
The AWC Child Development Learning Laboratory has several purposes. The laboratory setting is where AWC Early Childhood Education students observe and learn to work with young children as part of their college program. Each AWC student will become a knowledgeable and experienced child care professional with an understanding of child development and observation, appropriate practices, and the planning and preparation necessary to create a quality environment for young children.
The lab also provides a safe, healthy environment where young children learn through play with developmentally appropriate activities, alone and with other children their age, and are supervised by qualified educare personnel. Each child will become a responsible self-directed individual with a positive self-concept. Experiences in the CDLL will allow each child to make a successful transition from home to school, develop social skills, interest and joy in learning, feelings of success and security, responsibility and self-control, creativity, self-expression, and critical thinking skills.
The lab also benefits the AWC/NAU faculty, staff, and students. The lab is a high-quality place to leave their children while attending classes or working on campus.
Enrolling your Child in Our Center
In order to enroll your child in the CDLL you must be a Faculty, Staff, or student at AWC, NAU Yuma, U of A Yuma, ASU Yuma or be employed by the Yuma Elementary District 1 or the Yuma Union High School District. If you are considering enrolling your child we recommend that you place your child on our waiting list. To be placed on the waiting list you may call, e-mail, or stop by and provide your child's basic information to Grace Garcia at graciela.garcia@azwestern.edu or alma.barrandey@azwestern.edu or call (928) 317-6107. You will be asked to provide your child's Name, Parents' Name, Date of Birth, Phone Number, and any additional comments. When spaces become available they are filled from the waiting list.
Tuition Rates and Fees
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Tuition Rates and Fees CDLL 2024-2025
Enrollment Fee: $100.00 /annually
| Program Tuition Rates | 5 Day Preschool |
|---|---|
| Full day not to exceed 10 hours a day | $170.00 week (Fall: $3,400 - Spring: $3,060 - Summer: $1,020) |
| Each additional child Oldest child receives the discount |
$155.00 week (Fall: $3,100 - Spring: $2,790 - Summer: $930) |
| 5 Day Toddler | |
| Full day not to exceed 10 hours a day | $180.00 week (Fall: $3,600 - Spring: $3,240 - Summer: $1,080) |
| Each additional child Oldest child receives the discount |
$165.00 week (Fall: $3,300 - Spring: $2,970 - Summer: $990) |
| 5 Day Infant | |
| Full day not to exceed 10 hours a day | $185.00 week (Fall: $3,700 - Spring: $3,330 - Summer: $1,110) |
| Each additional child Oldest child receives the discount |
$170.00 week (Fall: $3,400 - Spring: $3,060 - Summer: $1,020) |
CDLL Days of Operation for Academic Calendar Year 2024-2025
Fall Session: August 5th – December 19th, 2024 - 20 weeks
Spring Session: January 6th – May 16th, 2025 - 18 weeks
Summer Session: May 19th – June 26th, 2025 - 6 weeks
To maintain your child’s spot for the Fall you must maintain their enrollment through the summer session. You may choose to enroll for the entire 6 weeks of summer or enroll for only 4 weeks in the summer session. This must be done with prior notice to the CDLL.
Late Pick Up Charge: 1-15 min, $10.00 Each additional 15 minutes $10.00
All fees are paid at the AWC Business Office (located on the upper floor of the AWC 3C Building). Refunds following withdrawal from the program with notice are handled through the Business Office.
AWC Students
- Internship and Student Teaching Opportunities
- Observations
- Classroom Assignments
- Teaching Positions
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Full Time Child Care, ages 6 weeks to 5 years (preschool).
AWC Faculty/Staff
- Tours of the CDLL for Courses, Organizations, Clubs, and Special Events.
- We are a Training site for students to complete observation assignments as required by their Professor.
- Full Day Child Care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years (preschool)
CDLL Staff
Alma Barrandey,
Director of Child Development Learning Lab
ECE Adjunct Faculty, CDA Advisor and Instructor
(928) 344-7564
alma.barrandey@azwestern.edu
Grace Garcia,
Administrative Secretary
Front Desk
(928) 317-6107
graciela.garcia@azwestern.edu
Faculty
Elizabeth Renaud,
Professor of Early Childhood Education
(928) 344-7560
elizabeth.renaud@azwestern.edu
Patricia Powers
Professor of Education
(928) 317-6051
patricia.powers@azwestern.edu
Michelle Keeling,
Professor of Education
928-314-7676
michelle.keeling@azwestern.edu