Each month, the ELC hosts Director’s Connection, a gathering that unites leaders from across Sarasota County’s early education community, including the school district, Head Start, childcare centers, and family childcare homes. These sessions foster collaboration, peer to peer support, and professional growth through ELC updates, training news, and guest speakers who share strategies to strengthen […]
If your little grads are entering kindergarten at a Sarasota County public or charter school in August 2026, we have a party for them! Sarasota County Schools is throwing three FREE “Kickoff to K” Parties this April, and your friends at the ELC will be in the house! Incoming kindergartners and their families will enjoy […]
Interactions Matter! Join us on April 21 from 6 to 8 PM for a FREE virtual training, offered by DCF and facilitated by our friends at DEL. Open to teachers of 3-5 year-olds, this workshop will focus on strengthening teacher-child interactions through the Pre-K CLASS lens on topics like language modeling, concept development, and meaningful conversations. Participants […]
Our FREE in-person Pediatric First Aid & CPR workshops give teachers the skills and confidence they need to keep children safe every day. Seats are limited, so submit your interest form today! Interest Form
If your little grads are entering kindergarten at a Sarasota County public or charter school in August 2026, we have a party for them! Sarasota County Schools is throwing three FREE “Kickoff to K” Parties this April, and your friends at the ELC will be in the house! Incoming kindergartners and their families will enjoy […]
Join us on April 28 from 6 to 8 PM for a FREE virtual training, offered by DCF and facilitated by our friends at DEL. Open to teachers of 3–5-year-olds, this interactive workshop will explore the benefits of nature-based education and the value of using open-ended, natural materials in the classroom. Participants will also gain […]
If your little grads are entering kindergarten at a Sarasota County public or charter school in August 2026, we have a party for them! Sarasota County Schools is throwing three FREE “Kickoff to K” Parties this April, and your friends at the ELC will be in the house! Incoming kindergartners and their families will enjoy […]
Spots are limited and this one is worth your time. ELC Sarasota has partnered with national nonprofit Save the Children to offer a free, in-person emergency preparedness workshop built specifically for Sarasota County child care providers. You'll leave with a stronger, implementation-ready emergency plan. In-service hours will be given along with free emergency preparedness kits. Registration is […]
FREE community baby shower for expecting parents and families with children (up to age 3). Be sure to stop by our booth—we look forward to seeing you there! View details here.
All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Finance Committee are held at 8:30 am, until the conclusion of business, virtually, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org.
