About Us
Teachers
At the heart of our program, there are specially trained teachers to guide and encourage your child. Early Horizons’ teachers are chosen not only for their experience and training in early childhood education, but for their warmth and enthusiasm as well. Our teachers respect each child’s need to experience the joy and challenge of doing things themselves; because that's what helps children excel, and that's our mission at Early Horizons.

Directors
We have two fantastic directors: Christine Smith and Tracy Erwin. Each has over 20 years of experience in Early Childhood, degrees in Child Development, and each is a mom themselves. What Tracy loves about Early Horizons is that it “is a large environment with the intimate personal attention of a small center.” Christine has been a part of Early Horizons since 1995. She was drawn to Early Horizons initially because of the diversity and the developmental play-based philosophy which closely matched her own philosophy. Both directors have enjoyed being a part of Early Horizons’ quest for excellence with each passing year.

The Directors hours are 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and appointments are available from 4-6 p.m.


     Early Horizons was established in 1984 by Shelly Bokman and Sue Leto Cole. Both women hold Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Child Development. Together they recognized a need for quality care and education of young children, as well as support for their families. Since 1984 each has had three children of their own, allowing them to know first hand both the challenges and joys of parenthood. In addition, Shelly and Sue publish Sacramento Parent Magazine, a monthly resource for families living in the greater Sacramento area.