Dignity of Children
Sparking the inner light
in every child, one adult at a time
Schedule your onsite training today
Dignity of Children
Sparking the inner light
in every child, one adult at a time
Schedule your onsite training today
Dignity of Children
Sparking the inner light
in every child, one adult at a time
Schedule your onsite training today
Dignity of Children
Sparking the inner light
in every child, one adult at a time
Schedule your onsite training today
Dignity of Children
Sparking the inner light
in every child, one adult at a time
Schedule your onsite training today
Dignity of Children
Sparking the inner light
in every child, one adult at a time
Schedule your onsite training today
Partners In Education
About Sonia M Toledo
Sonia M. Toledo founded Dignity of Children, Inc. in 2008 with the vision of creating programs that will support families holistically. She has over 25 years of experience working in the after-school field building quality programming for students in elementary through high school during their off time. Sonia has worked for Boys & Girls Clubs, YMCA, Children’s Aid Society, Child Care Inc., and served as the President of the After School Works NY.
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What We Do
How we do it
Learning happens most effectively when learners are engaged, motivated, and self-directed. Dignity of Children teaches how to facilitate self-directed learning in all of its trainings.
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Our Ideal Client
Our ideal client is a passionate leader who is committed to offering the best Early Childhood and/or After-School environment for the clients/customers they serve.
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Teamwork
We value every staff member in organizations for their individual and team collaboration to find new ways of serving children and together transforming communities, one adult & one family at a time.
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Our Team
SONIA TOLEDO President & C.E.O
SHANNON WOLFE Financial Officer
ERIDANIA GARCIA Project Manager
MANUEL LOPEZ Product Specialist
MARGERIE PALMIANO Executive Assistant
EMILY D'EMIC Executive Administrative Assistant
Client Testimonials
This training has allowed me to become a better program director, a better employee, and a change agent within this world.
Kimberley Jackson-Brown, Site Director
This training helped me in identifying my qualities of leadership and how to incorporate more analytical and controlling skills.
Madeline Esquivel, Center Director
The trainer was very informative and allowed self reflection. I thought it was a great opportunity to reflect on what type of leader I am.
Melissa Lopez, ASPIRA of New York, Inc. PROGRAM DIRECTOR (COMPASS @ P.S./M.S. 31)
It is a nice experience and interesting. One needs to refresh one's minds every once in a while, keeping up with the times of new pressure.
Aida Martinez, ASPIRA of New York, Inc. PROGRAM DIRECTOR (COMPASS @ P.S 25)
These trainings are inspiring; Ready to return to my site and implement immediately!
Maya Doyle, MMCC DIRECTOR (Evander Campus Beacon)
I felt the trainer was well-informed and very knowledgeable. Simply a great workshop necessary for all leaders.
Treston Lambert, "I Have A Dream" Foundation DIRECTOR
The trainer was knowledgeable on the topic. This training... very refreshing and amazing!
Rafael M Santana, Borough of Manhattan Community College PROFESSOR
All is good. I so recommend this course! The instructors are very helpful and knowledgeable.
Giselle Dimitratos, Super Kickers DIRECTOR OF CUSTOMER SERVICE & AFTER SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION
The most information in the smallest amount time lasts forever! It was fun, exciting, and helpful.
Andrey Chichagov, Phipps Neighborhoods PROGRAM DIRECTOR
I came to this training with a mentality of what else I need to learn I have a program to run but now I’m like wow! I’m glad I’m here! I need to be here!
Maria Panora, Children’s Aid NYC
This training was very resourceful. The slogan "so what, now what" all these issues now what we going to do about it. Spot on and provided me with adequate information to bring back to my site so I can implement immediately into my program.
Latoya Nelson, Queens Community House DIRECTOR
Latest Blog
Project-Based Learning: Education Through Authenticity
- May 18, 2020
True project-based learning (PBL) works because it engage...
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Dignity of Children is Proud to Present: Parent Summit
- May 07, 2020
Dignity of Children is offering a free series that aims t...
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Students Lead on Climate Change
- Apr 22, 2020
For this Earth Day, young people at MMCC have produced an...
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Helping Young People Develop Inquiry Skills
- Apr 16, 2020
When students explore topics that excite them, all kinds ...
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Our Online Trainings – Turn Down Time into Productive Time
- Mar 30, 2020
With schools closed due to COVID-19, enterprising after-s...
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Keeping Children Occupied During School Closings
- Mar 20, 2020
Structure your children’s day with a schedule that includ...
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Words of Wisdom for Future Entrepreneurs
- Feb 04, 2020
21st century skills develop in children the capacity to h...
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Creating Social Entrepreneurs Through Creativity
- Dec 18, 2019
Making the connection between creativity and social consc...
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What One Book Can Teach Children About Solving World’s Problems
Last week, Ladderworks Publishing launched the picture bo...
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ALL PROGRAMMING NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
At Dignity of Children, we hold the health and safety of all in the highest regard. With that said, we are now transitioning all of our programming to an online platform while the world navigates through the current COVID-19 pandemic.
While kids are at home, we remind parents that it is important to keep your children stimulated on an emotional, physical and cognitive basis. Over the coming days and weeks, we will be posting mindful activities on our social media pages to help kids continue to learn while also being able to express their feelings. Remember to create a daily routine for your children that will help them remain excited and engaged!
Additionally, we want to encourage educators and afterschool staff members to take advantage of our online programs for professional development. For questions about DOC programming, call us at (646) 639-7711.
Please remember to take care of yourselves, wash your hands, be safe and stay healthy!