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Family & Literacy Resources for Parents

Family & Literacy Resources for Parents

by ChuckS | Apr 14, 2020 | Early Learning, Families & Parenting

The Office Of Early Learning has shared tons of Early Literacy and Parent Resources from the State of Florida. Enjoy! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FAMILY READING & LITERACY RESOURCES [gview...
ELC of North Florida Volunteers Making a Creative Impact

ELC of North Florida Volunteers Making a Creative Impact

by ChuckS | Apr 14, 2020 | Early Learning, Early Literacy, Families & Parenting, Press Release, Volunteers

Image/Caption: Early Learning Coalition of North Florida Volunteer, Erika Bauserman St. Augustine creates videos to connect with preschool children. She is standing in front of the Lighthouse in St. Augustine, Fla. #ELCsTakeAction #Covid19UnsungHeroes...
FREE Digital Learning Resource for Kids 0-8

FREE Digital Learning Resource for Kids 0-8

by ChuckS | Apr 9, 2020 | Early Learning, Families & Parenting

Episcopal Children’s Services and ELC of North Florida is pleased to offer you a free digital learning resource for your children ages 0-8 years old. The books, games and activities on Footsteps2Brilliance will keep your children engaged and actively learning while...
[NEWS RELEASE] Florida Governor Deems Child Care as an Essential Business

[NEWS RELEASE] Florida Governor Deems Child Care as an Essential Business

by ChuckS | Apr 4, 2020 | Early Learning, Families & Parenting, Press Release, Providers, VPK

State of Child Care Services in North Florida During the Coronavirus ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., April 4, 2020 – Despite stay-at-home orders during the coronavirus crisis, essential personnel with children still have a need for high-quality and accessible child care....
Support for School Readiness and VPK Providers: COVID-19

Support for School Readiness and VPK Providers: COVID-19

by ChuckS | Mar 24, 2020 | Early Learning, Families & Parenting, Press Release, VPK

Dear SR and VPK Providers: The Department of Education and the Division of Early Learning are committed to providing up-to-date information and guidance to our early learning community to address concerns of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The health and safety of our...
COVID-19 Emergency Financial Assistance and Loans

COVID-19 Emergency Financial Assistance and Loans

by ChuckS | Mar 24, 2020 | Early Learning, Families & Parenting, Press Release

Business Continuity and Recovery: A Message from St. Johns County Chamber Dear Members, As you might know, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the activation of the Business Damage Assessment survey to assess the impact of COVID-19 on Florida’s local business operations...
The Cat in the Hat Visits the Ravine Gardens for Early Literacy

The Cat in the Hat Visits the Ravine Gardens for Early Literacy

by ChuckS | Mar 18, 2020 | Early Learning, Events, Families & Parenting, Press Release

PRESS RELEASE Contact: Joan Whitson, Early Learning Literacy Coordinator,  Early Learning Coalition of North Florida, Inc.  Email: jwhitson@elcnorthflorida.org   Phone: 904-342-2267   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla., March 20, 2020 – He’s back!...
The Cat in the Hat Tours North Florida for Early Literacy

The Cat in the Hat Tours North Florida for Early Literacy

by ChuckS | Mar 18, 2020 | Early Learning, Events, Families & Parenting, Press Release

PRESS RELEASE Contact: Joan Whitson, Early Learning Literacy Coordinator,  Early Learning Coalition of North Florida, Inc.  Email: jwhitson@elcnorthflorida.org   Phone: 904-342-2267   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CLAY AND ST. JOHNS COUNTIES, Fla., March 20, 2020 –...
ATTENTION PARENTS & CAREGIVERS: MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO

ATTENTION PARENTS & CAREGIVERS: MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO

by ChuckS | Mar 17, 2020 | Early Learning, Families & Parenting, Press Release, VPK

(Please visit: https://elcnorthflorida.thepromall.com/covid-19-status-and-resources/ for additional information.) During this time of uncertainty we have expanded our daily cleaning and sanitation efforts to ensure a safe environment. We continue to monitor and follow...
First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces 8,000 Reading Scholarships Available to Help Students Enhance Skills

First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces 8,000 Reading Scholarships Available to Help Students Enhance Skills

by ChuckS | Feb 6, 2020 | Early Learning, Early Literacy, Events, Families & Parenting, Press Release

For Immediate Release January 24, 2020 Contact: Governor’s Press Office (850) 717-9282 Media@eog.myflorida.com First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces 8,000 Reading Scholarships Available to Help Students Enhance Skills First Lady also announces new pilot programs for...
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