about the forum
Kathy Reticker, former Executive Director of Acre Family Child Care, was a beloved leader in the field of early childhood care and education and the non-profit community, as well as an inspiration to generations of champions for children and families. Kathy died in September 2016 from pancreatic cancer.
In its first 3 years, from 2017-2020, the Forum brought together advocates and decision makers in the non-profit, government, and private sectors annually to share resources and learn from renowned experts. Beginning in 2020, due to the Covid pandemic, the Forum has shifted its focus to awarding scholarships to students at Middlesex Community College and Lowell High School graduating seniors pursuing a career in early childhood education.
In its first 3 years, from 2017-2020, the Forum brought together advocates and decision makers in the non-profit, government, and private sectors annually to share resources and learn from renowned experts. Beginning in 2020, due to the Covid pandemic, the Forum has shifted its focus to awarding scholarships to students at Middlesex Community College and Lowell High School graduating seniors pursuing a career in early childhood education.
Important note about donations: Clicking on the button above will take you to the Kathy Reticker Forum page on the website of Acre Family Child Care, the Forum's fiscal sponsor.