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News & Announcements

News & Announcements


Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings from the Early Learning Coalition of Duval and other industry-related news.

Upcoming events: November is Family Engagement Month! We have a lot in store this month and we hope you can join us!

November is Family Engagement Month

The ELC of Duval invites SR and VPK Providers to participate in the November is Family Engagement Month Contest! It’s fun, easy and will increase family engagement at your program! Click on the links below for details.

Family Engagement Contest for Providers Tips for Family Engagement


Due in 45 Days!

Attention all SR Providers! Ages & Stages Questionnaires (ASQs) are due within 45 days of the SR child’s first day of enrollment AND at redeterminations! A Corrective Action Plan (CAP) is issued on the 46th day. Let’s avoid CAPs and have a great year! Direct all questions to abonilla@elcduval.org.


ELC Trainings, Workshops, and Chats!

Check out ELC’s trainings, workshops, and chats for directors, teachers, and families!

Inclusion Talk Time

CLASS Chats Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82419605427

Unlocking the Puzzle: Decoding a Child’s Behavior

Parent Empowerment Workshops


BLI is Accepting Applications

The Business and Leadership Institute (BLI) for Early Learning is accepting applications for the V’Locity Master Class Series & Accreditation Academy that will take place on October 5, November 2, December 14, 2024, and January 11, 2025. The classes will be held at the FSCJ Downtown Campus. To learn more and to register, go to https://forms.gle/LE5Rpk4PmH8XVdGEA.


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.


#20MinutesaDayPavestheWay

The ELC of Duval is a proud member of Read Jax, a community effort to improve third-grade reading outcomes. Reading does not begin when a child arrives at kindergarten. Pre-literacy skills start at a young age and include wanting to look at books, following narratives, recognizing print, learning vocabulary, and identifying letters and sounds. Parents are encouraged to foster a love of reading early on with their children to provide a solid foundation to build strong literacy skills. Below are activities and resources to assist families build excellent reading habits.

Florida Department of Education – Summer Reading Activities

Division of Early Learning – Ready to Read

Jacksonville Public Library – Reading Lists


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