About ECE
Elwell Early Learning Center & Milliken Early Learning Center
The Elwell Early Learning & Milliken Early Learning Center are dedicated in providing a structured learning environment through a curriculum that develops children’s social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and language abilities. As a District, we believe that by offering an effective early childhood program, including full-day kindergarten, focused on alignment, coherency, and continuity of programming, we are providing students with a pathway of opportunity to foster lifelong learners who are prepared for the future.
Universal Preschool
Universal Preschool Colorado allows families to choose the right setting for their child, whether it is in a licensed community-based, school-based or home-based preschool setting. Families of children in the year before they are eligible for kindergarten, and qualifying 3-year-olds, can apply now for Universal Preschool Colorado for the 2026 – 27 school year.
Universal Preschool Colorado is not a first-come, first-served program. Applications are currently being accepted. You can begin your application at any time and return to it as many times as you like before submitting.
Our preschool participates in Colorado’s Early Childhood Outcomes Initiative, Results Matter, using the Teaching Strategies GOLD assessment.
Free Child Find Developmental Screening
Our district offers free developmental screenings from children from birth through five years old. These screenings help identify any developmental delays early on, ensuring that children receive the necessary support. To schedule an appointment or get more information, contact Chanin Gaona, the Child Find Coordinator, at (970) 373-4870 or email at chanin.gaona@weldre5j.org. The screenings are available in both English and Spanish.
School Readiness
Both the preparedness of a child to engage in and benefit from learning experiences, and the ability of a school to meet the needs of all students enrolled in publicly funded preschool or kindergarten. School readiness is enhanced when schools, families, and community service providers work collaboratively to ensure that every child is ready for higher levels of learning in academic content.
Staff Listing Information
This staff listing contains accurate staff information as of February 2026. It provides details about our team members but does not include real-time updates or profile pictures.
We are actively working on a data integration project to launch a comprehensive staff directory. This enhanced directory will feature:
- Profile Pictures for all staff members
- Accurate and up-to-date information on staff roles, locations, and contact details
- Improved search and filtering for easier navigation
Stay tuned for updates as we roll out this new feature to provide a more connected and transparent experience.
EELC Staff Listing for Elwell Elementary
MELC Staff Listing for Milliken Elementary
For Special Education, Transportation, or Central Office staff listings, visit department About pages.
Have a Question?
Christine Schoneman
Elwell Early Childhood
Elwell Early Childhood
Administrative Assistant
Email: christine.schoneman@weldre5j.org
Email: christine.schoneman@weldre5j.org
