Columbus County Partnership For Children

Smart Start Early Learning & Family Resource Center (ELF) serves as a hub for activities for early childhood professionals, those planning a future in the field of child care, community members, and families. The ELF served 485 patrons including 328 children; 76 of the visitors were new to the facility. 42 story time sessions were presented in person with 285 children participating. Virtual story time sessions posted to YouTube received 5,710 views. 100% of family members surveyed indicated ways in which the resources and materials helped their children; 100% of child care providers surveyed indicated ways the resources and materials helped their child care programs.

Quality Enhancement Project helps licensed child care programs increase the level of star rated licensure and the level of provider education. Professional development services are also available for facilities that complete an Educational Facility Plan. 24 child care facilities had at least 1 staff member participating in one of the 13 quality related workshops that were conducted. Child care providers received 35 hours of technical assistance. 71 visits to child care facilities were made by the quality specialist.

Program Coordination/Evaluation

Parents As Teachers

Raising A Reader

Dolly Parton Imagination Library

Inclusive Child Care

Literacy Programs

Health Care Transportation