Sunday, October 2, 2011

Time to vote! ~ Durango, Colorado Early Education and Child Care

Please take a few minutes of your time and vote for Riverhouse! We could win $25,000 to support our our new center. Just follow the directions below.

1. Go to albertsonscpchallenge.com and login by entering your email address.
2. If this is your first time to the site, you will be taken to the email verification page.
3. Once your email is verified you can login and vote using just your email.
4. Enter Charity Code #0071 in the upper left hand corner, click go.
5. When you see our entry, click on vote.

You can vote up to five times per day from October 1st through October 15th. Please spread the word to your family, friends and co-workers.

Thanks for your support!

Saturday, September 24, 2011

Testimonial ~ Durango, Colorado Early Education and Child Care

It is always nice to hear that you are doing a good job. This past week we received this note from a parent that we thought we should share.

"I just wanted to thank the lead infant and toddler teachers for listening to the concerns that my husband and I had about the difficulty our son was experiencing in his transition to the toddler room. We were very impressed with how the teachers worked together to explain to us their concerns and how they clearly articulated options that we had for our son. I really appreciate the professionalism in how the situation was handled and how quickly the teachers were able to make time in their schedules to meet with us. It seems to me that our son has progressed leaps and bounds in just one week and now seems very happy. The kind of 'customer service' that we experienced is what makes Riverhouse so special. Thank you so much!" ~Liz

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Help Riverhouse Win $25,000!!!! ~ Durango, Colorado Early Education and Child Care

Friends-
Because we support Albertsons through their Community Partners program, we have an exclusive chance to earn a grant for a project to enhance our local community. Please help Riverhouse Children's Center earn a $25,000 grant to build a brand new operating center.

1. Go to albertsonscpchallenge.com and login by entering your email address.
2. If this is your first time to the site, you will be taken to the email verification page.
3. Once your email is verified you can login and vote using just your email.
4. Enter Charity Code #0071 in the upper left hand corner, click go.
5. When you see our entry, click on vote.

You can vote up to five times per dat from October 1st through October 15th. Please spread the word to your family, friends and co-workers.

Thanks for your support!

Sunday, September 11, 2011

Request for Qualifications for Architectural Design Services ~ Durango, Colorado Early Education and Child Care

Riverhouse Children’s Center is seeking architectural design services for a new two-story, 6,400 square foot early childhood education and care facility to be located at Florida Road and Colorado Avenue. Estimated budget is $1.5 million.

Minimum qualifications include:
Completed three or more projects as principal architect in the last 5 years
Completed two or more projects of similar scope and complexity in the last 5 years

Response should include:
1. An opening letter of interest
2. Company background and history and present volume backlog
3. Statement of qualifications for this type of project and list of relevant projects
4. Description of organizational approach and identification of key team members
5. Identification of sub-consultants and their experience
6. Time required to complete design work on this project
7. Describe any litigation or arbitration within the last 5 years
8. Identify any conflicts of interest

Up to (3) firms will be invited to make a presentation to Riverhouse Board of Directors (RBOD). A cost proposal will be requested once the firm is invited to an interview. Final contracts will be negotiated with representatives of RBOD.

This request does not commit RBOD to award a contract or to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the qualifications.

RBOD reserves the right to extend the due date for the qualification, to accept or reject any or all qualifications received as a result of this request, to negotiate with any qualified consultant, or to cancel the RFQ in part or in its entirety.

Provide Certificate of Insurance that, if selected, will be in force at all times during the contract period and at least 3 years thereafter.

Insurance coverage required:
1. Architect and Engineers Professional Liability with a limit of no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence with a deductible of no more than $25,000.
2. Commercial General Liability.
3. Commercial Auto and Workers Compensation coverage.

Qualifications will be accepted until 5:00 pm Tuesday September 20th and must be submitted via e-mail to: riverhouseboard@gmail.com

Please note - funding for this project is contingent upon receipt of grant/grants from public and/or private sources.

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Seeking Executive Director ~ Durango, Colorado Early Education and Child Care

Executive Director sought to lead program management, capital campaign, strategic planning, development, and communications activities of Riverhouse Children's Center in Durango. Bachelor's degree in early education or similar field preferred; minimum 3 years experience with staff and program management and increasing responsibilities in the early childhood education or nonprofit sector. Budgeting skills and knowledge of Quickbooks a plus. This is a hands-on, working exec position with programmatic and administrative responsibilities. Candidates should possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, comfort with networking and collaboration; an ability to lead and inspire staff; and a passion for the mission and vision of the Center. Resume, cover letter and three references faxed to (847) 719-0351. No phone calls please.

Friday, August 19, 2011

San Juan Brewfest ~ Durango, Colorado Early Education and Child Care


Riverhouse Children's Center is a proud partner agency of United Way of the Southwest. Please consider supporting both Riverhouse and United way by attending the San Juan Brewfest. The San Juan Brewfest will take place on Saturday August 27 from noon to 5 pm in downtown Durango at 12th and Main. Bus rides on City of Durango Transportation to and from the event are free all day.

Come on down and taste beer from all over the country, listen to live music and enjoy beautiful downtown Durango! To learn more about the event or to purchase advance tickets, visit: www.CookManFood.com/brewfest.

Want to help? Volunteer opportunities include putting up signage, checking IDs, VIP area helpers, and beer judging helpers. If you are interested in volunteering, please call United Way at 970-247-9444 and tell them that Riverhouse sent you!

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Preschool Openings ~ Durango, Colorado Early Education and Child Care

We have a couple of openings in our preschool department! These go fast so if you are interested, check out our website at: www.riverhousecci.org. Got to the programs page and fill out the registration form and email to riverhousedirector@gmail.com.