Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County

🕷️🖤 We’re brewing up magic and conjuring up a cauldron of candy for Tuesday night’s Trick or Treat on the Lake at Nathan Benderson Park Conservancy! Dare to stop by? 😉 #GhoulsAndGoodies #MonstrouslyFun #CreepItReal

🎶 Sometimes, you just need a break 🎶 In the world of human services, especially after back-to-back hurricanes, it’s easy to feel drained. From getting childcare centers back open, to helping teachers return to work, and connecting families with the care they need—it’s a lot. So every once in a while, we take a moment to recharge. Cue the cupcakes and neon-colored mini plastic recorder instruments 🍰🎵 #LaughterAndLevity #TunesGoneWild #KeepItLight #NoiseTherapy #JoyInTheJourney #WorkHardPlayHard #MindfulMoments #FindYourFun #MentalHealthMatters

🕸️👻 Give your preschooler a BOOst this Halloween season… Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) is “spook-tacularly”FREE for all 4-year-olds in Florida! In addition to brewing up early reading, math, and language skills, children who complete VPK are: ✨ More prepared and confident for kindergarten ✨ Able to build & strengthen social skills ✨ More likely to demonstrate positive behaviors in the classroom No tricks here—enroll your child today and give them a “fang-tastically” strong start to school🌟 Contact us to get started! Spots still available for the 2024-2025 school year 🧡 #KinderGhoulReady #TrickOrTeach #PotionForSuccess #BooToSchool #FloridaVPK

🎃 Searching for the perfect childcare site for your lil pumpkin? You’re in the right patch! ⭐️A FREE tool called “Look For The Stars” helps parents identify high-quality care. 📋Created and managed by the ELC, we use a third party to assess and score local childcare centers and family childcare homes, with 5 being the highest. Scores are weighed heavily on positive teacher-child interactions. 🎯 Ready to find the best fit for your family? www.LookForTheStars.org #FallintoLearning #HarvestBrightFutures #LittlePumpkinBigDreams #ELCSarasota

✨ It's never too early to start thinking about your child's future! Take a look at our programs and let us help you find high-quality care at a price you can afford! https://lnkd.in/eBNdN3Tt

🌟Play is the foundation of early learning! At the ELC, we encourage imagination, creativity, and problem-solving through play-based education. We’ll help you find a childcare center where your child can explore, grow, and thrive 🚀 Let us take the stress out of your search! https://lnkd.in/eBNdN3Tt

🌞 Good morning, friends 📣 The ELC is open for business! Despite the stress, heartache and challenges of the past week, the sun is shining again, and we are here and ready to serve you. It’s been tough for all of us, but we’re taking it one day at a time🌟 #GoodRiddanceMilton #BackInAction #SunshineAfterTheStorm

▫️As we assess the damage to our building and await power and internet, the ELC will remain closed through Friday, October 11. ▫️We anticipate reopening Monday, October 14 and will post any changes as they become available. ▫️In the meantime, questions or concerns regarding ELC services can be emailed to: info@elcsarasota.org We’re all taking it day-by-day. Thank you for your patience 🤍 #SarasotaStrong #MiltonResilience #RebuildTogether

🟨 Attention Providers 🟨 All teacher trainings, CLASS assessments and Lena recording/coaching scheduled for this week are postponed. Stay safe and stay tuned for rescheduling details!

🌀Due to Hurricane Milton and impending severe weather conditions, the ELC office will be closed starting Tuesday, October 8. 📆 We anticipate reopening Friday, October 11, weather permitting. We will post office updates as they become available. In the meantime, any questions or concerns regarding ELC services can be emailed to: info@elcsarasota.org Please stay safe, take all necessary precautions, and we look forward to seeing you after the storm passes 🤍