The purpose of the WP-ECAC is to serve as an advisory group of community stakeholders that supports the unique philosophy, mission and vision of the William Paterson University Child Development Center by promoting community collaboration and strengthening family involvement. The WP-ECAC is a safe and non-judgmental forum for stakeholders to review and provide input for improvement on early childhood education programming and support for children as they progress through the program. The goal of the WP-ECAC is to support children and families as life-long learners.