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Early Learning Coalition of Broward County, Inc.

Since 2000, following the ratification of Florida Statute 411.01, the Early Learning Coalition of Broward County, Inc. has been dedicated to the
implementation of an integrated, high-quality, seamless early education system for children and families. The Coalition is accountable for addressing the
early educational resources available in Broward County, as well as developing local plans to identify and address early learning needs.

The earliest years of a child’s life are significant in predicting ultimate success in school and in life. Children who attend quality education pr... Read more
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Purpose

We believe early childhood education from birth to prekindergarten is the foundation for success in Kindergarten and beyond. In our eyes, early learning
is one of the greatest investments we can make in our children. Education begins at birth when a new mind starts its healthy growth and development.
Babies who are stimulated by holding, playing and talking develop good brain health and become naturally-strong learners. Strong learners... Read more
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Vision

All children will have high quality early learning experiences leading to success in school and life.... Read more

Mission

Lead and support the early learning community to promote and deliver high-quality early learning experiences to young children, accessible to all
eligible families in Broward County.
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Additional Culture Details

We promise to ensure high quality child care is available for all families, allowing parents to work or attend school while their children thrive in
welcoming, nurturing, and engaging settings.
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Values

Our Programs
Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R): Informs and educates families about early education, school-age care, and other family strengthening needs, as well as links families to community supports and pertinent services.

Financial Assistance for Child Care/School Readiness: Assists low income working families (at or below 150% of the poverty level) to afford child care.

Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK): Prepares Florida’s 4 year-old children for kindergarten and introduces the skills needed to become good readers and successful students.

Child Care Quality: Provides coaching, training, and other supports to child care educators to ensure high quality instruction in each classroom every day.

Child Development Screening & Assessment: Ensures that all children of families receiving financial assistance for child care receive a comprehensive developmental screening with linkages to appropriate services and resources as needed.

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