The FDOE/DEL made changes to the Family and Provider Portals. You are now being redirected to the FDOE’s new Single Sign-On (SSO)/Multifactor Authorization (MFA) system. DEL sent out emails to providers and families on how to access your account using the new SSO/MFA system. Please check your email accounts for notices from FDOE/DEL. Below are step-by-step instructions and video tutorials.

Looking for summer camp options for the kiddos? Click here for a quick list. Can’t find what you are looking for? Call CCR&R for more options at 904-208-2044.

The ELC of Duval hosted a Provider Town Hall on May 28th to address SR and VPK updates and legislative issues. Below are the documents shared during the presentation. Click here for the Town Hall recording.

PowerPoint Presentation

Sliding Fee Schedule 2025 – 2026

SR Parent Copayment – At-a-Glance

SR Child Attendance and Provider Reimbursement – At-a-Glance

SR Child Attendance and Reimbursement FAQ

SR Required Parent Copayment FAQ

Florida Family Child Care Home Association – June 25 – 29, 2025, Clearwater Beach, FL. Click here for details to this spectacular event!

The SR Plus program helps low-income families pay for child care while lessening the effect of the “benefits cliff” when those families are no longer eligible for the School Readiness (SR) Program. Participating SR Plus families will pay an increased portion of the cost of their child care. The intent of the program is to ensure families are economically self-sufficient and capable of assuming the full cost of child care after exiting the SR Plus program. In essence, it supports families in accepting promotions while not losing their entire child care subsidy. To learn more, call 904-208-2044 or click here.

SR Providers have the opportunity to participate in an optional child assessment program to earn an additional School Readiness 5% differential for the 2025 – 2026 program year. This is NOT the same as ASQ assessments but is in addition to the ASQ requirement for all SR providers. Click here to learn more!

The ELC of Duval is proud to partner with Prevent Child Abuse FL to create awareness of the Period of PURPLE Crying and shaken baby syndrome/abuse head trauma (SBS/AHT) prevention. Click here to learn more.

Interested in how you can help locally? Email Charlene Gross at cgross@elcduval.org.

The New Worlds Reading Initiative is a FREE Florida literacy program for VPK through 5th grade public or charter school students currently reading below grade level. This statewide book delivery program is a collaborative effort with the Florida Department of Education, school districts, the University of Florida Lastinger Center, and others.

How do I know if my child enrolled in VPK is not yet reading on grade level? It means your child scored below the 40th percentile on FAST Star Early Literacy/Reading. Check with your VPK teacher. Once you’ve confirmed, apply here.

Florida’s New Child Care Tax Credit: A Win-Win for Businesses and Employers

Starting during the 2024 taxable year, Florida’s child care tax credit provides businesses with the potential for significant tax savings while supporting employees’ childcare needs. This move aims to alleviate the financial burden of child care through employer-supported care, enabling more parents to work. Click here to download the Guide for Employers: Florida’s Child Care Tax Credit.

Downloadable Flyers for SR and VPK Providers

Join our network of more than 500 child care and early learning providers in Jacksonville. We are committed to supporting the growth and development of children in our community. By partnering with us, you have access to resources to share with families, including information about School Readiness, Voluntary Prekindergarten, Development Health and Inclusion, and more! Click on any of the links below to download the flyers to share with families.

School Readiness Flyer

Voluntary Prekindergarten Flyer

Developmental Health & Inclusion Warm Line

Child Care Resource and Referral

FREE MarcoPolo for Families App

The ELC of Duval is excited to provide families enrolled in the Duval SR and VPK programs with FREE access to the award-winning MarcoPolo for Families app! The app combines knowledge and play to enrich every curious mind’s experience. If you have a child enrolled in SR or VPK program, and are interested in accessing the app (a $79 value), click here to download the flyer with the QR code and instructions to enroll in the ELC of Duval school.

Board Appointments

The ELC of Duval is seeking to fill two (2) governor-appointed board positions at this time. For more information, please contact tbyrd@elcduval.org.