To ensure every child in Durham enters school ready to succeed, we lead community strategies for children birth to age 5 and their families that promote healthy development and learning and enhance access to high quality care.
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Gearing up for the school year? Your child is embarking on a new adventure and we`re excited to help along the way! Check out our latest blog post featuring simple tips to ease the transition to the classroom for your little one: dpfc.net/transition-to-the-classroom
#Backtoschool #EarlyChildhood #Parentingtips
Learning how to communicate and manage big feelings can sometimes be tricky. #Breathingtechniques help preschoolers manage big emotions, reduce stress, and stay focused. Try these three breathing techniques with your child when they`re feeling calm, so they practice the tool before big emotions come up!⭐
#preschool #EarlyChildhood #Mindfulness
Free books every month until your child turns five? It`s true! Funding is back for Dolly Parton`s Imagination Library in Durham County! Enroll today at: dpfc.net/imaginationlibrary
#FreeBooks #DPIL #EarlyChildhood #DurhamCounty
Happy Monday! Today, we`re introducing you to Karrington Rice, our NC Pre-K Associate! Karrington provides application support while also focused on attendance in the classroom.💫
"When a child knows they are valued, supported, and safe—whether by a parent, grandparent, teacher, mentor, or another caring adult—it builds confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging that can last a lifetime. That foundation helps them face challenges, explore their interests, and believe in their own potential."
Tune in for next week`s #StaffSpotlight!
Our Early Head Start students wrapped up their school year this week, celebrating preschool graduation with big smiles! We`re so proud of our little learners at Toddlers Academy! 💙😍
#Preschoolgraduation #PreK #EarlyChildhood #DurhamNC
SAVE THE DATE: Mark your calendar for our Early Intervention Fair on Monday, September 21st, from 9am-2pm at the Museum of Life & Science! For all families, but especially those with children with disabilities or suspect disabilities.
➡️ Register at: tinyurl.com/dpfcearly
#EarlyInterventionFair #EarlyChildhood #EarlyIntervention
Whether we`re helping families sign up for Dolly Parton`s Imagination Library or meeting rising pre-k students, our outreach events are the perfect chance to connect with our community. 💙 #CommunityEvent #DurhamNC #EarlyChildhood
Need help with your Durham PreK application? We’re here to help! Book a 30 minute session with our team to get support on your application, submit missing documents, and more!
➡️ Sign up for a slot at: dpfc.net/event/pre-k-prep
#PreK #DurhamNC #FamilySupport
Get the chance to meet our team through our weekly staff spotlights! You can find Lician Hernandez, our Outreach Coordinator, at events in our community, sharing resources and info about the Partnership with families.
"Safe homes, safe classrooms, and a world where their voice can be heard," is what Lician hopes every child experiences.⭐ We couldn`t agree more!
Stay tuned for next week`s #staffspotlight!
#Meettheteam #DurhamNC
