Association to Benefit ChildrenRecognizing that long-term benefits are gained from intervening early in the lives of children living in poverty, the centerpiece of ABC is high-quality early childhood education. Young children in ABC’s preschools and early intervention programs thrive in classrooms that are alive with joyful songs, purposeful activities, brilliant colors and tender moments. There are corners to explore, mysteries to solve, books to discover, paint to splatter, drums to bang, steps to conquer and towers to build … and rebuild. Each school has its own special focus, yet all are rooted in ABC’s commitment to the principle that every child is entitled to the best possible start – one that is full of happiness, accomplishment and love. ABC’s schools celebrate children in all their exquisite diversity by appreciating their unique contributions, encouraging their optimum development, honoring their shared humanity and treasuring their infinite potential. ABC’s unique approach extends well beyond the individual child to embrace the whole family by providing the supportive services that each family member needs. Parents are integral to their children’s success, treasured partners in all of ABC’s programs.