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Office Hours: 8am – 5pm CST
LOCATIONS:
18 S. Michigan Avenue, Eighth Floor Chicago, IL 60603
850 Warrenville Road Lisle, IL 60532
1000 Capitol Drive Wheeling, IL 60090
Mailing Address:
National Louis University,
Attn: McCormick Institute for Early Childhood
122 S. Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 60603
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McCormick Institute for Early Childhood
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ABOUT US
Learn how the McCormick Institute for Early Childhood is transforming early childhood education through innovative programs and workforce development. Our mission is to expand access, equity, and opportunity for young children and families across Illinois and beyond, drawing on decades of leadership in the field.
Our History
Discover our journey from Elizabeth Harrison's 1886 vision to train women as kindergarten teachers to the renowned McCormick Institute for Early Childhood. Learn how a $600 grant in 1985 ignited a movement that transformed early childhood leadership and explore the pioneering educators and pivotal moments that shaped our legacy.
Meet The Team
Meet the dedicated experts, researchers, and leaders who drive the McCormick Institute's mission to transform early childhood education and support the early childhood workforce.
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Center for Early Childhood Leadership
Professional Development
Tools and Training
Child Care Center Administrators
Family Child Care Professionals
Technical Assistance and Coaching
- Professional Learning Opportunities
- Tools
- Research and Resources
Quality Rating and Improvement Systems
National
Business Administration Scale (BAS)