“Standing Tall—
A Community Totem” 
by Peter W. Michel

Start Here, Grow Anywhere!


The Oakton Community College Early Childhood Centers are committed to providing high quality care and education for young children,
working in partnership with families,
and offering an excellent teacher preparation experience for students in the ECE academic program. 

If you have any questions, or if you would like a tour, please feel free to contact Nora Rucker, the acting site coordinator. 

Phone:  847.635.1840      Fax:  847.376.7006

Email: nrucker@oakton.edu

1600 East Golf Road

Des Plaines, IL 60016

Early Childhood Education Center  - Des Plaines