KidSPOT Children's Creativity Center

06/25/2026

We love seeing these kiddos realize their ability to stick with a challenging task and to give their art the extended time and thought it deserves.

06/25/2026

When I go out into the countryside and see the sun and the green and everything flowering, I say to myself "Yes indeed, all that belongs to me!" - Henri Rousseau

06/23/2026

This week’s camp is all about finding your artistic inspiration. Today, we were influenced by the art of Georgia O’Keeffe, and Ms. Sarah knows just how to break it down to make it accessible for kids.

06/22/2026

Our Artistic Inspiration camp for 7-10 year olds started with a blast of enthusiasm this morning. Our artists are designing their own bags in the style of Jean Michel Basquiat and already showing passion for their art!

06/21/2026

Art hunting is serious detective work 🧐.

06/20/2026

Both of our camps for 4-6 year olds this week ended with a sweet little art show. 🩵

06/18/2026

Our FUNdamentals of art camp for 4-6 year olds is a great first exposure to the elements of art: line, color, texture, space, form shape, and value. Mrs. Boumiea knows how to make learning fun. Special thanks to Ms. Jessi for volunteering to support this camp all week!

06/18/2026

Our Storyteller Artists camp is such a fun way to explore the connection between art and literature and Mrs. Boumiea knows just how to spark our curiosity. Special thanks to Ms. Elizabeth for volunteering at this camp for 4-6 year olds this week. 🩵

06/16/2026

Dr. LeMaire serves on our KidSPOT advisory board, guiding our team with her expertise in early childhood education. We appreciate her enthusiasm for children and families and value her understanding of teaching and learning. Congratulations to her on her new role at the Kent Family Center. Our community will only grow stronger under her leadership.

𝙆𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙮 𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙆𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙚 𝙇𝙚𝙈𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙨 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝘿𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙆𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙁𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧

Kent County is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Katie E. LeMaire as the new Director of the Kent Family Center, effective June 3, 2026. LeMaire a decade of experience within the Center, where she has served as a Child Development Specialist since 2015, supervising child development staff, managing programming for children ages 0–5, and leading parent education and support initiatives.

Dr. LeMaire holds a Doctorate in Infant and Early Childhood Development with an emphasis in Mental Health and Developmental Disorders, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Spanish. She is a certified facilitator in several evidence-based parenting and early childhood programs and is known for her commitment to strengthening families, supporting early learning, and mentoring early childhood educators.

In announcing her appointment, Commissioner Albert Nickerson praised LeMaire’s dedication to Kent County families:

“Katie LeMaire has demonstrated exceptional leadership, deep compassion, and an unwavering commitment to supporting parents and children in our community. Her expertise in early childhood development and her years of hands-on experience at the Kent Family Center make her the ideal choice to guide the Center into its next chapter. We are proud to welcome her into this important role.”

LeMaire’s background also includes extensive experience in case management with the Kent County Department of Social Services, early childhood education roles, and specialized behavioral support work with children on the autism spectrum. Her broad training, reflective leadership style, and focus on family-centered support position her to lead the Center with both vision and empathy.

Kent Family Center looks forward to Dr. LeMaire’s leadership as it continues its mission of empowering families, enriching early childhood development, and strengthening community connections across Kent County.
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