Are you ready to join our team?

THE TEAM, THE TEAM, THE TEAM

No man is more important than The Team. No coach is more important than The Team. The Team, The Team, The Team, and if we think that way, all of us, everything that you do, you take into consideration what effect does it have on my Team?

I know that I probably lost a few readers from that state that begins with "O" when I decided to open with a couple of lines from Michigan football coach Bo Schembechler’s speech in 1983. Putting state and football rivalries aside for a moment, Bo’s sentiment resonates in so many facets of our society today more than ever.

I am proud to work for a statewide network of Smart Start local partnerships. In each of the 75 partnerships across the state, our teams share an overarching vision to serve children and families Birth - 5. Our freedom to operate within that framework is what makes Smart Start such a valuable member of our communities.

In Mecklenburg County, we are seeking to navigate the challenge of today by leaning in and listening to our partners and our families. We are modifying and adjusting to the new realities on the ground. We are promoting innovation. We are promoting partnership. And yes, we are promoting teamwork in order to ensure that ALL children have an equitable start to their lives.

If you or your organization can help children and families Birth-5, I welcome you to join our team.

Yours in service,

Jake House, CEO

UPCOMING EVENTS

MECK Pre-K invites you to their first “Partnering with MECK Pre-K” Virtual Meeting with Mecklenburg County Manager, Dena Diorio. They will provide an overview of MECK Pre-K, its benefits and how you can help families participate in this valuable program.

WHEN

February 9, 2021

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

WHERE

Virtually, via Zoom.

WHO

Participants from nonprofits, social services and other organizations that serve families with children under 4 years old are welcome. Please feel free to forward this invitation to others in your organization.

ABOUT SMART START OF MECKLENBURG COUNTY

We mobilize resources, forge partnerships, and support families to improve early childhood health, education and development - all to help ensure children are prepared for kindergarten.

Our four areas of focus are early care and education quality and accessibility, family support, health and early literacy for children ages birth to five.

If you're able to support our mission, a donation is a great way to get involved with the community and the best way to make a difference in the future of a child. Smart Start of Mecklenburg County accepts donations of services, products, and monetary contributions. All donations are tax deductible.

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