“Under the directive of the Foundation of Catholic Education, Assumption BVM School began the Keystone STARS process about two years ago.  While the process of obtaining DHS Certification -Star 1 was tedious, the Foundation of Catholic Education provided a strong support system for Assumption BVM School.  Katherine Stansbury, the Keystone Coordinator for the Foundation of Catholic Education, provided ongoing communication and in-person walk-throughs.  Katherine made sure to answer any questions or concerns in a timely manner and provide resources when more clarification was needed.  Holding monthly Early Learning meetings with other schools going through the same process within the Archdiocese of Philadelphia allowed Assumption BVM to build partnerships.  We learned creative ways to implement, not only the Keystone Stars Standards, but also how to effectively implement the DHS Regulations. 

Implementing both the DHS Regulations and Keystone Stars Standards has formalized Assumption BVM School’s Preschool Program.  We also benefited from access to information from a strong network with other Preschools in the community and the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.  Assumption BVM School continues to create a strong faith-filled learning environment with the dedication and support of the Foundation of Catholic Education and Keystone Stars Coordinator, Katherine Stansbury.”

~ Megan Hardy, DHS Coordinator, Assumption BVM