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Inclement Weather – Early Educators Conference Rescheduling Notice
The Early Educators Conference 2025: “Let Your Garden Grow” has been rescheduled to March 1, 2025. The event will still be held at Atkins High School with the same schedule (doors open at 7:30 AM, sessions begin at 8:30 AM). All registrations will be automatically transferred to the new date. If you’re unable to attend on March 1, please contact us to discuss options. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you next month.
Pre-K Model Cohort Classroom Pilot in Forsyth County Great Success
The Pre-K Model Cohort Classroom Pilot in Forsyth County is a shining example of how collaborative efforts in early childhood education can drive impactful change. Through the Pre-K Priority consortium, early childhood advocates, and Smart Start of Forsyth County, the initiative successfully implemented cohort-model Pre-K classrooms, highlighting the power of partnerships in shaping the future of North Carolina’s children. Key Collaborators Six organizations, along with an evaluation partner, worked together to create nurturing, high-quality environments for young learners:Smart Start of Forsyth County’s Pre-K
Males Achieving Long-Term Excellence (MALE) Program Celebrates Success at Smart Start of Forsyth County
Males Achieving Long-Term Excellence (MALE) Program Celebrates Success at Smart Start of Forsyth County FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Males Achieving Long-Term Excellence (MALE) Program Celebrates Success at Smart Start of Forsyth County (Winston Salem) (August 19, 2024) – The Smart Start of Forsyth County is proud to announce the successful completion of the first cohort of the Males Achieving Long-Term Excellence (MALE) program by a group of dedicated young men. This celebration marks a significant milestone in their journey toward emotional,
Smart Start of Forsyth County Launches S.T.A.R. Family Resource Center to Support Marginalized Families
Winston-Salem, NC – August 22, 2024 – Smart Start of Forsyth County (S.S.F.C.), a dedicated partner in the Smart Start network, is proud to announce the launch of the S.T.A.R. (Support, Training, and Resources) Family Resource Center. This initiative is designed to provide essential support, education, and resources to families with preschool-aged children, particularly those in underserved and marginalized communities. The S.T.A.R. Family Resource Center aims to enhance parenting skills, promote healthy child development, and prevent child abuse by offering
Smart Start of Forsyth County Offers Ten One-Thousand Dollar Scholarships for Pre-K
Smart Start of Forsyth County Announces $10,000 in Preschool Scholarships for Local Families Forsyth County, July 26, 2024 — Smart Start of Forsyth County is excited to announce a new initiative aimed at supporting early childhood education in our community. The organization is offering ten scholarships of $1,000 each to help local families access high-quality preschool programs. These scholarships are part of Smart Start of Forsyth County’s ongoing commitment to ensure that every child has the opportunity to start their
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Expands in North Carolina with New Bilingual Book Collection
June 13, 2024 – Forsyth County Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Expands in North Carolina with New Bilingual Book Collection Forsyth Families Can Sign-up with Smart Start of Forsyth County and DPIL to Receive a Bilingual Book Each Month Starting in June RALEIGH, NC — The North Carolina Partnership for Children is excited to announce a significant expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (DPIL) program in North Carolina with the introduction of a new bilingual book collection. DPIL
M.A.L.E. Meeting
