PARENT NEWS January-February-March 2019

New Location Opening... We are pleased to announce the opening of our 3rd Family Services location. In addition to our Family Services locations in Riviera Beach and Belle Glade, we will now offer our full array of services at:  1630 S. Congress Avenue, Suite 300 Palm Springs, Florida 33461 In addition, for helpful information and access to the Family Portal to apply for child care assistance, please visit our website at www.elcpalmbeach.org . We look forward to seeing you at one of our locations!

(Click on the Informational Flyer Above for Print-Friendly Directions / Bus Routes)

Register Today!

Registration OPEN: Voluntary Prekindergarten! Did you know that we offer a FREE child care program for all four-year-old children in Palm Beach County? Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is a free program designed to prepare four-year-old children for kindergarten and build the foundation for their educational success. VPK is available to all four-year-olds born on or before September 1st that reside in Florida, regardless of family income.

Attention: Elementary/Middle School Parents who are receiving child care financial assistance!

Do you have your Spring Break or Summer Camp provider selected?

If the answer is "Yes" or "No" ... Please contact us so we can assist you with this process. You need a certificate approving care for Spring Break or Summer Camp sessions at the provider of your choice! If your child is not attending Summer Camp this year, please contact us so we can guide you in the process of "how to request a suspension of services" during the upcoming Summer months.

For Ways To Reach Out for Assistance: Visit our Website's "Contact Us" Page!

Sharing on behalf of the Palm Beach County Youth Services Department: 2019 Summer Camp Scholarship Information...

English Version (Click Here or the Flyer Above for Info)

Spanish Version (Click Here or the Flyer Above for Info)

Creole Version (Click Here or the Flyer Above for Info)

Florida Power & Light (FPL) Scam Awareness Campaign:

In support of FPL, we are helping spread awareness about proper public utility company and billing practices to protect the public from falling victim to scamming tactics. Click here for a fact sheet on how to spot a scam. Click here for more information on how to protect yourself from scams, fraud and imposters.

Check Out Our Monthly Awareness Topics...

Bath Safety Month As parents, we do everything we can to ensure our children are safe each and every day! In support of Bath Safety Month, we would like to support you by providing some relevant consumer information and/or resources on this topic. Click for More Info! Children's Dental Health Month Healthy, Safe, and Strong! These descriptions are what all parents aspire to see in their children. During February, we want to raise awareness about the importance of children's dental health. Please see below for more information! Click for More Info!

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Milestones Matter! We want to encourage all parents to learn the signs of healthy development, monitor every child’s early development, and take action when there is a concern. One of our main focuses throughout the entire year is encouraging healthy child development. We also seek to create awareness about developmental disabilities and to teach the importance of inclusion within every aspect of life, especially our early learners! Click for More Info!

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Special Notice : If you require Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations to participate in any ELCPBC event or activity, please notify Ms. Christie Young, Single Point of Contact, by phone at 561-214-7424 or by e-mail at Christie.Young@elcpalmbeach.org within at least seven (7) days of the event. Accommodations will be provided at no extra charge. Sponsorship by the Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County, the State of Florida: Office of Early Learning, and the Children's Services Council of Palm Beach County.