by Tricia | Apr 17, 2026 | Early Learning
If you have a child in Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), they will soon take the final VPK progress monitoring, known as PM3, of the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) Star Early Literacy. FAST Star Early Literacy is administered three times during the VPK...
by Tricia | Apr 13, 2026 | Early Learning
VPK is a free educational program that prepares 4-year-olds for success in kindergarten and beyond. Children must reside in Florida and be 4 on or before September 1 of the school year they enroll. Parents whose children are born between February 2 and September 1 of...
by Tricia | Mar 30, 2026 | Early Learning
Painting is a fun way for young children to explore colors, shapes, and their own creativity. It doesn’t have to be complicated! Simple everyday items can stand in for paintbrushes & paper or foil can be their canvas. Below are a few short videos from our YouTube...
by Tricia | Mar 9, 2026 | Early Learning
Every year on March 14, math lovers around the world celebrate Pi Day, a fun nod to π (3.14). While Pi may sound like a concept for older children, Pi Day is an opportunity to introduce young children to early math in playful, hands-on ways. With a little creativity,...
by Tricia | Mar 2, 2026 | Early Learning, Families & Parenting
Early learning is not just about preparing children for school; it’s about setting them on a trajectory for a successful and fulfilling life. The critical period of brain development from birth to age 5 highlights the importance of providing nurturing, stimulating and...
by Tricia | Feb 8, 2026 | Early Learning
Florida is committed to teaching students, including our youngest learners, about African American history and the role African Americans have played in Florida’s success. As we celebrate Black History Month, held every February, take time to reflect with your child...
