Maurice R. Sykes

It is with deep respect and sorrow that I honor the life and legacy of Maurice Sykes-an extraordinary educator, advocate, and leader whose impact shaped the field of early childhood education and the lives of so many, including my own. Maurice didn´t just speak about leadership-he embodied it. His courage, clarity, and commitment to equity inspired me early in my career and gave me the confidence to lead boldly, with purpose and integrity. His presence in the field was both powerful and...

Rest in peace thy good and faithful servant job well done

May you rest in peace my friend eternally Wilma

My heart is sadden, but my memories of Maurice always puts a smile on my face. Always the wise guy with the quickest witt I've ever seen. I know his family will find comfort in all the wonderful memories they've made.

I am truly grateful for having met Mr. Maurice Sykes in my career in Washington, DC. His zeal and unending dedication to ensuring that the education of young children requires the ultimate dedication to the use of practices which empower them to be creative, critical thinkers, explorers, with a zest for finding joy and the value of each person who shares their world was intoxicating. His dedication to consistency to one´s best practices in early childhood education will always remain as my...

May he rest peacefully with the Ancestors. He was a great thinker and innovator in the field of education and early childhood. His work is a testament of his life.

Farewell my dear friend, I will see you in the morning.............

A true champion of Early Childhood in the District of Columbia. I can not express my gratitude of the countless trainings, conferences ( especially the annual School Readiness) and seminars which I and my colleagues benefited from. You will be missed. Thank you Maurice