Early childhood education milestones marked with two ceremonies
Clinton, SC – Thornwell’s Child Development Center (CDC) celebrated the achievements of its 3K and 4K students this week with graduation ceremonies held on May 28th and 29th. The events recognized the growth and development of the youngest learners on Thornwell’s campus and marked their readiness for the next stage of their educational journeys.
The 3K graduation ceremony took place Wednesday on Thornwell’s campus, where students were celebrated for their progress over the academic year. The following day, 4K students graduated in a ceremony held at Thornwell Charter School’s auditorium. Each student received a certificate of completion, and both events were attended by families, caregivers, and Thornwell staff.
“These moments remind us that learning begins long before a child sits at a desk,” stated Nicole Maccalous, Thornwell’s Child Development Center Director. “Our 3K and 4K students have learned to share, explore, ask questions, and find joy in learning. Watching them cross the stage is a celebration not only of their past accomplishments but also of the bright futures that are ahead.”
Thornwell’s Child Development Center is a licensed, faith-based early learning program serving children from 0 to four years. The center is designed to prepare children for kindergarten through a structured curriculum that encourages exploration, creativity, and skill-building in a nurturing and safe environment. In addition to school readiness, the CDC prioritizes character development, relationship-building, and individualized attention that supports the unique needs of each child.
The program is part of Thornwell’s broader mission to build and strengthen families. Founded in 1875, Thornwell is a nonprofit organization committed to serving children and families across South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida through residential programs, family support services, and educational initiatives.
For more information about Thornwell CDC and enrollment opportunities, visit thornwell.org.
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About Thornwell
Founded in 1875, Thornwell is a diverse nonprofit ministry across South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida that serves to prevent child abuse and neglect, to build up and reunite families, and to support healthy communities in the name of Jesus Christ. Thornwell believes family changes everything in a child’s life, and addresses the welfare of children not as a singular event, but as a comprehensive, ongoing cycle of services and support designed to help children and families, no matter what stage of life they are in. Learn more about Thornwell and the services they provide for children and families in need at http://www.thornwell.org.
