Gladness V. Player Early Childhood Center

Principal’s Message

Welcome to Player Early Childhood Center!

Dear Families, Staff, and Community Members,

It is with great joy and excitement that I welcome you to Player Early Childhood Center, a place
where our youngest learners begin their educational journey in a safe, nurturing, and joyful
environment.

At Player, we understand the importance of early learning and its impact on a child’s future
success. Our dedicated team of educators and support staff work hand in hand to create
developmentally appropriate experiences that foster curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.
We focus not only on early academics but also on building social-emotional skills,
independence, and confidence in every child.

As we begin this school year, we look forward to partnering with families to provide meaningful
and engaging learning opportunities that support the whole child. Through hands-on exploration,
play-based learning, and a strong emphasis on relationships, we lay the foundation for lifelong
learning and success.

Family and community involvement are essential to the success of our program. I encourage
you to stay connected with us through our school website, newsletters, and social media, and to
participate in the many family engagement events we have planned throughout the year.
Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s early education. We are honored to be a part of
their first school experience, and together, we will make this a wonderful year of growth and
discovery!

Warm regards,
Mrs. Beatriz Martinez
Phone: 708.430.8191  |  bmartinez@isd109.org