The Westminster College Psychology Preschool Lab will celebrate Week of the Young Child through April 17 with a variety of activities to honor young children and those who make a difference in children's lives.

Guest readers at the preschool include: Westminster College President Dr. Richard H. Dorman; Dr. Susan Parker, Westminster assistant professor of education; and Lawrence County Commissioner and Westminster graduate Dan Vogler.

Additional activities include:
- New Castle orthodontist Dr. Richard Ribarevski, speaking on dental health
- Parent Night for families of Westminster Preschool Lab students at Westminster's Outdoor Biology Field Station, featuring Field Station Director Dr. Clarence Harms
- Artwork displays in the Post Office and First National Bank in New Wilmington and in Westminster's McKelvey Campus Center
- Puppet show by the Lawrence County Blind Association

"The Week of the Young Child is a time to recognize the importance of early learning in our educational system, and to bring the community together to help give all young children a great start," said Dr. Mandy Medvin, Westminster professor and Gibson-Drinko Distinguished Chair of Psychology.

The Westminster College Preschool Lab, established in 1990, is a multi-purpose facility that serves the College and the community.

Designed by early childhood experts, the laboratory school incorporates innovative curriculum, well trained staff, developmentally appropriate equipment, and individual attention. Under the direction of Medvin and teachers Deborah Roud and Diana Reed, the preschool is accredited by the National Academy of Early Childhood Programs.

Contact Roud or Reed at (724) 946-7174 or Medvin at (724) 946-7360 or visit www.psych.westminster.edu/preschool/ for additional information.