Early Learning Coalition of Duval

Exciting times at Park Place Child Development Center! Our friends at KPMG visited for a delightful reading session with the kiddos, and every child left with a book to spark their imagination. 📚💖 The joy was palpable—who had more fun: the kids or the KPMG team? #EarlyLiteracy #CommunityEngagement #KPMG #ReadingRocks #Duval #Jacksonville #VoluntaryPrekindergarten #VPK Angel Carro Lisa Zenoz Lashonda Hicks Cheryl Benveniste Ann Thompson Charlene Gross Cathie Odom, MBA Alex Gottlieb Bobby Steely Kathleen Wentworth Joanne Parks

Angel Carro, President and CEO of ELC of Duval, had the privilege of attending a panel on the power of high-quality early childhood education and literacy in building our future workforce. The discussion highlighted the crucial role these initiatives play in shaping our community and economy. Let's work together to support early literacy efforts! #earlylearning #earlyliteracy #buildingthebestfoundationforchildren #Duval #Jacksonville Angel Carro Lisa Zenoz Lashonda Hicks Cheryl Benveniste Kathleen Wentworth Charlene Gross Bobby Steely Ann Thompson Rosa Fucci Cathie Odom, MBA Carlos Esquivia-Lee Chris Kalin

We are pleased to welcome James C. Poindexter, Attorney, from Delegal Poindexter & Underkofler to our Board of Directors. Poindexter has practiced labor and employment law in Jacksonville since 2015. He primarily represents public and private employees in legal disputes with their employers. Poindexter currently serves as a Governor for the Jacksonville Bar Association, and formerly served as the President of the Young Lawyers Section of the Jacksonville Bar Association and the Florida Chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association. A lifelong Floridian, Poindexter lives in Jacksonville with his wife, Katherine, and three children. We look forward to his contributions to our mission! #LaborLaw #EmploymentLaw #LegalDisputes #BoardOfDirectors #ELCofDuval Angel Carro Lisa Zenoz Lashonda Hicks Cheryl Benveniste Bobby Steely Cathie Odom, MBA Gwendolyn Carmichael Kathleen Wentworth Ann Thompson Charlene Gross James C. Poindexter

As we celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth, we honor Angel Carro, President and CEO of the ELC of Duval, for his contributions to FL's child care and early learning industry. He consistently champions initiatives that ensure families have access to quality early learning and early literacy programs. In a time when access to affordable childcare is a concern for many families, Carro's leadership provides solutions. Let's continue to support leaders like Carro who are making a difference in the lives of children and families. #NationalHispanicHeritageMonth #EarlyLearning #ChildCare #Quality #EducationLeadership Angel Carro Lisa Zenoz Lashonda Hicks Cheryl Benveniste

The recent Duval Early Learning Directors Network (DELDN) conference, "Bridges to Success", was a huge hit with over 340 attendees! The event featured insightful breakout sessions and networking opportunities, topped off with inspiring opening and closing sessions from guest speaker @RachelGiannini. A big thank you to @PNC for providing a delicious breakfast! #DELDN #PNC #Duval #Jacksonville #Networking #success Angel Carro Lisa Zenoz Marcus Rowe, CFP®, SE-AWMA™ Jessica Reed Cheryl Benveniste Lashonda Hicks Danielle DeCastro Cathie Odom, MBA Ann Thompson Charlene Gross Bobby Steely Kathleen Wentworth Gwendolyn Carmichael

The ELC of Duval and Help Me Grow Florida teams had an amazing time at the Jax Book Fest this past weekend! We distributed children's books, hosted arts & crafts, and connected families with valuable community resources. The event highlighted the importance of literacy. It's inspiring to see so many families engaged in promoting a love for reading and learning in our community. #ELCofDuval #HelpMeGrow #JaxBookFest #Duval #Jacksonville #earlychildhoodeducation #20minutesadaypavestheway #ReadJax Angel Carro Lisa Zenoz Lashonda Hicks Cheryl Benveniste Kathleen Wentworth Gwendolyn Carmichael Cathie Odom, MBA Charlene Gross Danielle DeCastro Adriana Quinones Bonilla M. Ed. Rosa Fucci

Get ready for the Jax Book Fest 2024 happening this Saturday, 9/21, at the Jacksonville Main Library on Laura Street! Bring the kiddos for a day of fun with book giveaways, balloon artists, face painting, and more. Don't miss author Heidi King presenting The Beach Poem at 11:30 a.m. It's going to be a blast for readers of all ages! For more information, go to https://lnkd.in/eFFdKNPA #ReadJax #EarlyLiteracy #EarlyLearning #Literacystartsatbirth # #JaxBookFest #FamilyFun #LiteracyEvent #Duval #Jacksonville #Free #YouAreInvited Angel Carro Lisa Zenoz Lashonda Hicks Cheryl Benveniste Cathie Odom, MBA Gwendolyn Carmichael Kathleen Wentworth Bobby Steely Ann Thompson Charlene Gross

What Kids Learn in Preschool (msn.com)

Babies are born with 100 billion neurons in their brain. By the age of three, they can make up to 1,000 trillion connections. The Early Learning Coalition of Duval helps eligible families pay for quality child care and early learning programs and register 4-year-olds for Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK). To learn more, visit www.elcduval.org. https://lnkd.in/e--zbhkX Angel Carro Lashonda Hicks Cheryl Benveniste Lisa Zenoz Cathie Odom, MBA Danielle DeCastro Charlene Gross Ann Thompson Kathleen Wentworth Bobby Steely

Early childhood education is crucial for setting children up for success. With a strong foundation, kids can thrive in the future. It is essential for policymakers, educators, and parents to prioritize early childhood education to ensure the best possible outcomes for every child. https://rb.gy/4q8yfp #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ChildDevelopment #SchoolReadiness #VoluntaryPrekindergarten #Success