8. Educators play an important role in the promotion and maintenance of children's wellness. Healthy students are better learners. This cannot be done by educators alone. Parents and community members are critical partners in providing the healthy start children need to thrive in the classroom and in life. Research clearly shows that good nutrition, and a healthy and safe environment are vital to children's wellness. Family and community involvement is necessary to creating and sustaining culturally relevant and academically stimulating curriculum. (Page 30) a. Describe ways to collaborate with caregivers and community members in designing curriculum. Stakeholders involved in Describe the role of each stakeholder curriculum development Partnering with families Engaging with Community Resources Convening an advisory committee Assignment 1 b. Could information about service philosophy, policies and procedures be shared with stakeholders to encourage meaningful participation in curriculum development? How? c. Should curriculum be adapted in response to expressed family needs? Why?