Mission:

To lead and support the early learning community in building the best foundation for children birth to five.

 Vision:

We are Jacksonville’s first stop for early learning through collaborative leadership that ensures:

• All children receive high-quality care and learning
  

• All families have the support they need for their children to succeed
  

• All children are ready for their academic and lifelong success
  

 Core Values:

• Quality 
  “We believe every child deserves excellence in early learning programs and services to make a difference in their lives and our community.”
  

• Integrity 
  “We believe integrity is the bedrock of a trustworthy organization which promotes effective relationships and assures mindful stewardship of state resources.”
  

• Respect 
  “We believe respect is essential to building the relationships that are critical to success and optimizing the talents and diversity of our families and partners.”
  

• Education
  “We believe ongoing education and advocacy promotes positive early learning experiences, providing all children the opportunity to succeed.”
  

• Service
  “We believe families and providers are unique and we strive to understand, appreciate, and serve their needs.”
  

• Team Work
  “We believe working together results in a stronger organization and community.”
  

 Who We Are: