Center for Young Children (CYC)

Parent-Teacher Partnership (PTP) Calendar 2026-2027

The Parent-Teacher Partnership, or PTP for short, is a non-profit (501c3) organization that is made up of CYC family members, CYC teachers, and CYC staff, that exists (separately from the CYC and University of Maryland) for the benefit of both the CYC and its families, children, and faculty/staff.

The PTP is a very important part of the success of the CYC, and therefore the success of our faculty and the children who attend. The PTP hosts a number of annual fundraisers to raise money to support activities at the CYC - including teacher appreciation events (lunches, monthly treats), gifts to support CYC operations (like our classroom air filters and outdoor blocks), and CYC community events designed to bring families and teachers together to build relationships.

Participating in PTP events gives you as a parent/family member face-to-face time with other families and CYC teachers and administration. This time fosters stronger relationships, and better communication, which are vital to the CYC. One of the goals is to help you as families feel valued as members of our community.

As you may have guessed, the work of the PTP needs your help! Your attendance is vital to the functioning of the PTP, and in addition, has several vital parent/family-held positions, including President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer. There are also committees for various fundraising events and other initiatives. Every spring and fall, the PTP sends out a call for nominations for these important PTP positions. A few of these positions are still open for the 26-27 school year. If you're interested in helping out in this way, please email cyc-ptp@umd.edu