Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://elcsarasota.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [From Recovery to Readiness: Using the Arts as a Tool for Sarasota's Youngest Storm Survivors](https://elcsarasota.org/from-recovery-to-readiness-using-the-arts-as-a-tool-for-sarasotas-youngest-storm-survivors/) - Early Learning Coalition and Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation Launch $350,000 Arts-Based Resilience Program for Preschool Children and Educators SARASOTA, FL — April 21, 2026-- Hurricane Ian made landfall in September 2022. The winds eventually stopped. The floodwaters receded. But for thousands of Sarasota County families with young children, the storm didn't end there. Before the - [So Loved & Sold Out: Beloved Storybook Street Returns to Venice](https://elcsarasota.org/so-loved-sold-out-beloved-storybook-street-returns-to-venice/) - SARASOTA COUNTY, JANUARY 26, 2026 -When stories come to life, the imaginations of little ones bloom. The Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County (ELC) is thrilled to announce the return of its 6th annual Storybook Street event: a beloved, free, literacy-meets-the-arts celebration designed for young learners. So beloved, that all 400 free tickets (one ticket - [Foundation Grant Powers ELC’s Mission to Strengthen Childcare Workforce](https://elcsarasota.org/foundation-grant-powers-elcs-mission-to-strengthen-childcare-workforce/) - As a leading force in early childhood professional development, the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County (ELC) is growing a highly trained teaching workforce through its state-recognized, one-of-a-kind Registered Apprenticeship Program for Early Childhood Education. This unique program is designed, taught, and managed entirely in-house. This groundbreaking approach to workforce development is changing the landscape - [LENA Grow: Coaching For Impact in Sarasota County](https://elcsarasota.org/lena-grow-coaching-for-impact-in-sarasota-county/) - [ELC Celebrates Record Kindergarten Readiness Rates Among VPK Attendees](https://elcsarasota.org/elc-celebrates-record-kindergarten-readiness-rates-among-vpk-attendees/) - [ELC to Host First-Ever Early Educator Restorative Retreats](https://elcsarasota.org/elc-to-host-first-ever-early-educator-restorative-retreats/) - [ELC Sarasota Welcomes New CEO](https://elcsarasota.org/elc-sarasota-welcomes-new-ceo/) - [Founding CEO of ELC Announces Retirement After 23 Years of Leadership](https://elcsarasota.org/founding-ceo-of-elc-announces-retirement-after-23-years-of-leadership/) - [Two Nights, Dozens of Smiles: Kindergarten Parties Shine in Sarasota County](https://elcsarasota.org/two-nights-dozens-of-smiles-kindergarten-parties-shine-in-sarasota-county/) - [ELC’s Storybook Street Hits It Out of the Park](https://elcsarasota.org/elcs-storybook-street-hits-it-out-of-the-park/) - [Second Annual ‘Kickoff to K’ Parties Draw Hundreds](https://elcsarasota.org/second-annual-kickoff-to-k-parties-draw-hundreds/) - [Record-Breaking Turnout at ELC’s 4th Annual Storybook Street](https://elcsarasota.org/record-breaking-turnout-at-elcs-4th-annual-storybook-street/) - [ELC’s Conference Strengthens Teacher-Child Connections](https://elcsarasota.org/elcs-conference-strengthens-teacher-child-connections/) - [ELC Creates Task Force to Tackle Childcare Shortage](https://elcsarasota.org/elc-creates-task-force-to-tackle-childcare-shortage/) - [Spreading Joy: ELC Delivers Teacher Appreciation Gifts to 111 Preschools](https://elcsarasota.org/spreading-joy-elc-delivers-teacher-appreciation-gifts-to-111-preschools/) - [ELC and School District Host First-Ever Party for All Incoming Kindergartners](https://elcsarasota.org/elc-and-school-district-host-first-ever-party-for-all-incoming-kindergartners/) - [ELC’s Storybook Street Hits Trifecta of Success](https://elcsarasota.org/elcs-storybook-street-hits-trifecta-of-success/) - [ELC’s Signature Storybook Event Hits Another Home Run in 2021](https://elcsarasota.org/elcs-signature-storybook-event-hits-another-home-run-in-2021/) - [Serving Up Five Days of Smiles: Teacher Appreciation Event 2021](https://elcsarasota.org/serving-up-five-days-of-smiles-teacher-appreciation-event-2021/) - [Excitement for ELC’s Whimsical, Fantastical Storybook Event Reaches Fever Pitch at Ed Smith Stadium](https://elcsarasota.org/excitement-for-elcs-whimsical-fantastical-storybook-event-reaches-fever-pitch-at-ed-smith-stadium/) ## Pages - [Homepage](https://elcsarasota.org/) - The Early Learning Coalition supports children, families, and educators in Sarasota County through quality early education, financial assistance, & professional development. - [Training Calendar](https://elcsarasota.org/training-calendar/) - Training Calendar Click on any training to view more details and registration information. 7 events found. Events Events Search and Views Navigation Search Enter Keyword. Search for Events by Keyword. Find Events Event Views Navigation List List Month Day Today Upcoming Upcoming Select date. August 2026 Tue 18 VPK Office Hours August 18 @ 1:00 - [Report an Absent Child](https://elcsarasota.org/report-an-absent-child/) - Educators can report a child’s extended or unexplained absence from a School Readiness or at-risk enrollment. Complete the online form to notify the Early Learning Coalition. - [Understanding Your Child’s Development](https://elcsarasota.org/understanding-your-childs-development/) - Learn about childhood development milestones, early intervention services, and support options for children from birth to five in Sarasota County. - [Meet the Team](https://elcsarasota.org/meet-the-team/) - Meet the team supporting families, strengthening early education, and helping young children thrive in Sarasota County. - [Professional Development](https://elcsarasota.org/aspire-institute-professional-development/) - ASPIRE training offers tuition-free child care courses, apprenticeship programs, and certification pathways for early childhood education careers. - [Become an Educator](https://elcsarasota.org/become-an-educator/) - Learn how to start a career in early childhood education in Sarasota County. Explore training requirements, apprenticeship options, and how to get started. - [Find Quality Care](https://elcsarasota.org/find-quality-care/) - Explore early learning options, child care assistance, and family resources to help you choose the right care with confidence. - [Find a VPK Provider](https://elcsarasota.org/find-a-vpk-provider/) - Browse ELC Sarasota's contracted VPK providers by area and provider type. Compare programs and find the right preschool for your child. - [Board & Committee Documents](https://elcsarasota.org/board-committee-documents/) - Board of Directors Board and Committee Documents Select a meeting date below to view available agendas packets. Board of Directors Fiscal Year 2026 January 21, 2026 March 10, 2026 May 12, 2026 Finance Committee​ Fiscal Year 2026 January 20, 2026 March 3, 2026 Communications Committee​ Fiscal Year 2026 February 25, 2026 - [Free Preschool for 4-Year-Olds](https://elcsarasota.org/free-preschool-for-4-year-olds/) - Learn how to enroll your child in Florida’s free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program in Sarasota County and prepare them for kindergarten success. - [Philanthropy Partners](https://elcsarasota.org/philanthropy-partners/) - Become an Impact Investor and help Sarasota’s children start kindergarten ready. Your donation supports literacy, educators, and high-quality early learning. - [Financial Assistance](https://elcsarasota.org/financial-assistance/) - Looking for financial help for daycare in Florida? Learn how ELC Sarasota supports families searching for daycare assistance, ELC vouchers, and sliding-scale child care. - [RFP Archive](https://elcsarasota.org/rfp-archive/) - Resources Request for Proposal The Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County (ELC Sarasota) welcomes proposals from qualified vendors and organizations to provide services that support our mission of strengthening early learning opportunities for children, families, and educators throughout Sarasota County. Search FILTER BY: Awarded Expired Open Suspended All Expired RFP Disaster Preparedness Substitute Workforce & - [Quality Classroom Support](https://elcsarasota.org/quality-classroom-support/) - Strengthen classroom quality with coaching, literacy tools, early intervention support, and practical resources for early childhood educators in Sarasota County. - [Board of Directors](https://elcsarasota.org/board-of-directors/) - Learn about the Board of Directors guiding the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County and ensuring accountability and quality early education. - [Educator Forms & Resources](https://elcsarasota.org/educator-support-hub/) - Access forms, training links, scholarship information, classroom tools, and provider resources in one convenient place. - [Volunteer With Us](https://elcsarasota.org/volunteer-with-us/) - Turn compassion into action. Volunteer with the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County and help young children thrive by age five. - [Public Record Request](https://elcsarasota.org/public-record-request/) - Submit a public records request to the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County in accordance with Florida’s public records laws. - [Voting Form](https://elcsarasota.org/voting-form/) - Web form Place Your Vote - [Business Toolkit for Educators](https://elcsarasota.org/business-toolkit-for-educators/) - Resources for early learning coalition providers in Sarasota County, including licensing guidance, VPK, School Readiness, professional development, contracts, and more. - [Hurricane Relief Grant](https://elcsarasota.org/hurricane-relief-grant/) - Educators Hurricane Ian Impact Disaster Mini Grants Applications are now closed. Supporting Your Recovery Natural disasters don’t just damage buildings, they disrupt lives, destabilize families, and leave lasting marks on the people and programs at the heart of our communities. Recovery is hard. It’s slow. And for early education providers, the pressure to show up - [Family Resources](https://elcsarasota.org/family-resources/) - Access helpful guides, forms, and trusted resources for families with young children in Sarasota County. Find what you need quickly and easily. - [Nomination Form](https://elcsarasota.org/nomination-form/) - Web form Nomination Form - [Report Fraud](https://elcsarasota.org/report-fraud/) - Report suspected fraud, program abuse, mismanagement, or misconduct related to early learning programs in Sarasota County. - [Mission, Vision & Values](https://elcsarasota.org/mission-vision-values/) - Discover how the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County supports families, strengthens early childhood education, and helps young learners achieve success. - [Corporate Engagement](https://elcsarasota.org/corporate-engagement/) - Learn how businesses can strengthen Sarasota’s workforce through early education investment, family-friendly policies, tax credits, and community partnerships. - [School Readiness Calculator](https://elcsarasota.org/school-readiness-calculator/) - [Our Impact](https://elcsarasota.org/our-impact/) - See how the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County strengthens children, families, and educators through high-quality early education and community partnerships. - [Job Portal](https://elcsarasota.org/job-portal/) - Explore early childhood education job opportunities in Sarasota County or post open positions for your program through the Early Learning Coalition Job Portal. - [Why Early Education Matters](https://elcsarasota.org/why-early-education-matters/) - Discover why early childhood education matters and how quality early learning programs can help children grow, build confidence, and prepare for school. - [Financials & Public Disclosures](https://elcsarasota.org/financials-public-disclosures/) - View financial reports, audits, and public disclosures for the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County. We are committed to transparency and responsible stewardship. - [Early Educator Conference](https://elcsarasota.org/early-educator-conference/) - Join Sarasota County’s annual Early Educator Conference focused on strengthening teacher-child interactions, professional growth, and classroom excellence. - [Contact Us](https://elcsarasota.org/contact-us/) - Contact the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County for family services, educator support, training programs, staff directory, board information, or to report concerns. - [Storybook Street](https://elcsarasota.org/storybook-street/) - Storybook Street is Sarasota County’s annual literacy-meets-the-arts celebration for children ages birth to five. Families receive 20 free books and experience stories brought to life. - [Your Voice Matters](https://elcsarasota.org/your-voice-matters/) - Share feedback, suggestions, or concerns with the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County. Your voice helps improve support for early childhood educators. - [Events Calendar](https://elcsarasota.org/events-calendar/) - View upcoming events, including Storybook Street, the Early Educator Conference, and Governance Meetings hosted by the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County. - [News & Updates](https://elcsarasota.org/news-updates/) - Read the latest press releases, announcements, job postings, and requests for proposals from the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County. - [Child Care Resource and Referral](https://elcsarasota.org/child-care-resource-and-referral/) - Web Intake Form Free Child Care Resource & Referral CCR&R Intake Form "*" indicates required fields Step 1 of 3 33% CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Section One - Parent InformationParent Name* First Last Phone Number*Email* Address* Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / - [Report Fraud Form](https://elcsarasota.org/report-fraud-form/) - Web form Report Suspected Fraud "*" indicates required fields Step 1 of 5 0% LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Are you a...?* Child Care Provider Parent/Guardian Other Next Name First Last PhoneEmail Previous Next Date of Suspected Fraud* Who are you reporting?* Child Care Provider Parent/Guardian Both Other What program - [Board Member Application](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member-application/) - Web form Board Member Application Step 1 of 6 16% Personal InformationName(Required) First Middle Last Date of Birth(Required)MonthMonth123456789101112DayDay12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031YearYear202720262025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004200320022001200019991998199719961995199419931992199119901989198819871986198519841983198219811980197919781977197619751974197319721971197019691968196719661965196419631962196119601959195819571956195519541953195219511950194919481947194619451944194319421941194019391938193719361935193419331932193119301929192819271926192519241923192219211920Employer/Affiliation(Required)Job Title(Required)Address(Required) Street Address Address Line 2 City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Code Mobile Phone(Required)PhoneEmail(Required) - [Warm Line Form](https://elcsarasota.org/warm-line-form/) - Request Form Warm Line Name of Person Submitting the Form(Required) First Last Email Phone NumberRelationship to Child Child Care Director Teacher Parent/Guardian County Child Resides Sarasota Manatee Charlotte Child's Name(Required) First Last Child's Date of Birth(Required) - [Technical Assistance and Coaching Request Form](https://elcsarasota.org/technical-assistance-and-coaching-request-form/) - Request Form Technical Assistance and Coaching Request Form Name of Child Care CenterName of Person Submitting the Form First Last Role at Child Care CenterName of Person Needing CoachingClassroom Age Group (if applicable)Email Phone NumberAll areas that you need technical assistance and/or coaching CLASS Assessment Classroom Management Behavior Management Classroom Instruction Classroom Schedule Inclusion Standards - [Public Comment Request](https://elcsarasota.org/public-comment-request/) - Request Form Public Comment Request PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name First Last Organization/Affiliation:Address Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos - [Progress Monitoring](https://elcsarasota.org/progress-monitoring/) - This tool will calculate VPK Provider’s three Progress Monitoring windows and will be updated regularly. Last Updated: March 11, 2026 ## Agenda Packets - [February 25, 2026 COM](https://elcsarasota.org/agenda-packet/february-25-2026-com/) - [March 3, 2026 FIN](https://elcsarasota.org/agenda-packet/march-3-2026-fin/) - [January 20, 2026 FIN](https://elcsarasota.org/agenda-packet/january-20-2026-fin/) - [January 21, 2026 BOD](https://elcsarasota.org/agenda-packet/january-21-2026-bod/) - [March 10, 2026 BOD](https://elcsarasota.org/agenda-packet/march-10-2026-bod/) - [May 12, 2026 BOD](https://elcsarasota.org/agenda-packet/may-12-2026/) ## Board Members - [James Disbro](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/james-disbro/) - [Dr. Nicole Kammer](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/dr-nicole-kammer/) - [Tiffany Barfield](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/tiffany-barfield/) - [Jennifer Infanti](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/jennifer-infanti/) - [Chuck Henry](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/chuck-henry/) - [Jeff Matthews](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/jeff-matthews/) - [Mark Smith](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/mark-smith/) - [Alison Thomas](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/alison-thomas/) - [Paige Tyde](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/paige-tyde/) - [Daniela Smith](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/daniela-smith/) - [Kathleen Sullivan](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/kathleen-sullivan/) - [Laurie McCracken](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/laurie-mccracken/) - [Brittany Lamont](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/brittany-lamont/) - [Ryan Guerin](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/ryan-guerin/) - [Kristin Gallagher](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/elida-mujic/) - [Tracey Cardenas](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/tracey-cardenas/) - [Kevin Cooper](https://elcsarasota.org/board-member/kevin-cooper/) ## Educator Support Hub - [Stretch-n-Grow](https://sngsarasota.com/) - [Fantastic Fire Dept](https://www.fantasticfiredept.com/florida/water-days) - [Sarasota County Fire Department](https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=pA_Jmkbq10iRFLvy_FVNDpTSpNT5uQVDvdwa2CVayytUN0tVS09TREZKSTcyOThTRFYzVkUwWTJONC4u&origin=QRCode&route=shorturl) - 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[VPK Director Credential Requirements](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/VPKDirectorCredentialFlyer.pdf) - [Summer VPK Instructor Credential Qualifications](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SummerVPKInstructCredQual.pdf) - [School Year VPK Instructor Credential Options](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SchlYearVPKInstructCredOpts.pdf) - [VPK Substitute Instructor Tracking Sheet](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/VPK-Substitute-Tracking-Form.pdf) - [Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) Star Early Literacy](https://www.fldoe.org/schools/early-learning/providers/fast-star-earlit.stml) - [Department of Education: Professional Learning](https://www.fldoe.org/schools/early-learning/providers/pro-learning.stml) - [Teachstone Resources](https://teachstone.com/resources/) - [Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards and Professional Competencies](https://flbt5.floridaearlylearning.com/) ## Family Resources - [Milestone Tracker App](https://www.cdc.gov/act-early/milestones-app/index.html) - [HIPPY - Safe Children Coalition](https://sccfl.org/hippy/) - [Water Safety Tips for Parents](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Water-Safety-Tips-for-Parents-Flyer-PRINT.pdf) - [4-H Youth Program](https://www.scgov.net/government/uf-ifas-extension-and-sustainability/youth-development) - [MyGym Sarasota](https://www.mygym.com/sarasota/) - [Co-Payment Waiver Request](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Co-Payment-Waiver-Request.pdf) - [AQUAlibrium Drowning Prevention Program](https://www.bigdreamsthroughsmallsteps.org/general-8) - [Texting Program: Handling Picky Eating](https://www.asha.org/news/2026/new-ashalantern-texting-program-provides-expert-advice-for-handling-picky-eating-and-other-feeding-challenges/) - [Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center](https://www.sarasotapregnancy.com/) - [Vroom](https://www.vroom.org/) - [Pregnancy Solutions](https://pregnancysolutions.org/) - [Healthy Start Coalition of Sarasota](http://www.healthystartsarasota.org/) - [WIC Program-Sarasota County Health Department](https://sarasota.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/clinical-and-nutrition-services/wic/) - [Venice Area Pregnancy Care](http://www.vapcc.org/) - [Mothers Helping Mothers](http://www.mhmsarasota.com/) - [Sarasota County Libraries: Early Readers](https://www.sarasotacountylibraries.org/my-library/families-and-educators/babies-toddlers-and-preschool) - [Planned Parenthood of Sarasota](http://plannedparenthood.org/health-center/florida/sarasota/34236/sarasota-health-center-2189-90320) - [Verification of Employment](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Verification-of-Employment-1.pdf) - [Sarasota County Hurricane Preparedness](https://www.scgov.net/government/emergency-services/hurricane-preparedness-6291) - [FEMA](https://www.fema.gov/) - [Hurricane Preparedness: Florida Department of Health](https://sarasota.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/emergency-preparedness-and-response/hurricane-preparedness-resources/) - [Florida Disaster](https://www.floridadisaster.org/) - [Make A Plan](https://www.ready.gov/plan) - [Sarasota Chamber Disaster Resources](https://www.sarasotachamber.com/disaster-resources/) - [Catholic Charities](https://catholiccharitiesdov.org/) - [Salvation Army Disaster Services](https://southernusa.salvationarmy.org/sarasota/disaster-services/) - [Know Your Evacuation Level](https://sarco.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/lookup/index.html?appid=0219841617274028b5bf5867fcf4c57b) - [Boy Scouts of America](http://www.scouting.org/) - [Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County](https://www.bgcsarasota.com/) - [Children First](http://www.childrenfirst.net/) - [Forty Carrots Family Center](http://www.fortycarrots.com/) - [Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida Inc](http://www.gsgcf.org/) - [Girls Inc](http://www.girlsincsrq.org/) - [YMCA](https://www.ymcaswfl.org/programs/child-care/after-school-enrichment-program) - [CORE SRQ](https://coresrq.org/) - [Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Suncoast](http://www.bbbssun.org/our-offices/) - [VPK SIS Fact Sheet - Bilingual](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/VPK-SIS-Fact-Sheet-Bilingual.pdf) - [VPK Fact Sheet - Bilingual](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/VPK-Fact-Sheet-Bilingual.pdf) - [Family Portal Single Sign On (SSO) Guide](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SSO-Guide-for-Families.pdf) - [Easter Seals Southwest FL](https://easterseals-swfl.org/) - [Sarasota County School Board Child Find/FDLRS](https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/page/child-find) - [Ability to Include](https://abilitytoinclude.org) - [Community Haven](http://www.communityhaven.org/) - [Early Steps Evaluation Call Center](https://www.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/childrens-health/early-steps/index.html) - [Family Network on Disabilities](http://fndusa.org/) - [Sensory Solutions](http://www.sensorysolutionsllc.com) - [Herrera Psychology](http://www.herrerapsychology.com) - [Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources Systems](http://www.fdlrs.org/) - [Edge Therapies](https://www.edgetherapiesfl.com/neuroedge-therapy) - [Building Beyond Basics](https://buildingbeyondbasics.com/) - [Therapeutic Potentials](http://www.tpitherapy.com) - [Suncoast Developmental Consultants](http://Www.suncoasttherapy.com) - [Pediatric Therapy Solutions](https://pediatrictherapysolution.com/) - [Kid Spot](https://www.thekidspot.org/) - [Verification of Residence](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Verification-of-Residence.pdf) - [Verification of School Attendance](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/School-Attendance-Verification.pdf) - [Client Statement](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Statement.pdf) - [Suspended Enrollment Form](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Suspended-Enrollment.pdf) - [Maternity Leave Form](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Verification-of-Maternity-Leave.pdf) - [Provider Transfer Form](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Provider-Transfer-Form.pdf) - [Verification of Self-Employment](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Verification-of-Self-Employment.pdf) - [Verification of Children First](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Verification-of-Children-First.pdf) - [Verification of Disability](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Verification-of-Disability.pdf) - [Required Forms Eligibility Checklist](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Eligibility-Verification-Documents-Checklist.pdf) - [Department of Revenue/Child Suport Enforcement](http://floridarevenue.com/childsupport/Pages/default.aspx) - [Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles](https://www.flhsmv.gov/locations/sarasota/) - [Immigration and Naturalization Service](http://www.uscis.gov/) - [Internal Revenue Service](http://www.irs.gov/) - [Social Security Administrative Office](http://www.ssa.gov/) - [Florida Alliance of Information and Referral Services](http://www.flairs.org/) - [Unite US](https://uniteus.com/contact/) - [United Way 2-1-1](http://www.211suncoastcares.org/) - [Breeze Transit](https://www.scgov.net/government/breeze-transit) - [Centerstone](https://centerstone.org/) - [National Alliance on Mental Health Illness Sarasota Manatee](https://namisarasotamanatee.org/) - [Sarasota Coalition Substance Abuse, Inc](http://www.scosa.org/) - [Sarasota Vet Center](https://www.va.gov/directory/guide/facility.asp?ID=556&dnum=All&stateid=FL&v=1) - [SPARCC- Safe Place Area Rape Crisis Center](http://www.sparcc.net/) - [The Florida Center](http://www.thefloridacenter.org/) - [Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Sarasota/Manatee](http://www.aasrq.org/) - [Alzheimer's Association](https://www.alz.org/flgulfcoast/) - [American Cancer Society Helpline](https://www.cancer.org/) - [American Heart Association](https://www.heart.org/) - [Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation](https://www.jdrf.org/) - [National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:988](https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/) - [Sarasota Memorial Support Groups](https://www.smh.com/Contact-Us/Support-Group-Listings) - [Salvation Army](http://www.salvationarmyflorida.org/sarasota) - [Harvest House](https://harvesthousecenters.org/) - [Family Promise](https://familypromisessc.org/) - [First Step of Sarasota](http://www.fsos.org/) - [Jewish Family and Children Services](http://www.jfcs-cares.org/) - [Ressurection House-Day Shelter for Homeless](https://www.resurrectionhousesarasota.org/) - [Tammi House and Renaissance Manor](http://www.freerehab.center/li/tammi_house_and_renaissance_manor) - [All Children's Hospital Sarasota](https://www.hopkinsallchildrens.org/home) - [Children's Medical Services](https://www.cms-kids.com/) - [Epilepsy Services of SouthWest FL](http://www.epilepsy-services.org/) - [Florida KidCare](https://floridakidcare.org/) - [Sarasota County Health Department](http://sarasota.floridahealth.gov/) - [Sarasota Memorial Hospital](http://www.smh.com/) - [The Tampa Shriners Hospital for Children-Sahib Shrines](http://www.sahibshrine.org/hospitals/) - [Career Source Suncoast Workforce](http://www.careersourcesuncoast.com/) - [Goodwill Manasota](http://www.experiencegoodwill.org/contact/jobs/) - [Suncoast Center for Independent Living - Employment for the Disabled](https://www.scil4u.org/) - [Wage and Hour Division](https://www.dol.gov/whd/) - [Women's Resource Center](https://www.mywrc.org/) - [Workers Compensation](http://www.myfloridacfo.com/Division/wc/) - [Florida Department of Children and Families Public Benefits and Services](https://www.myflfamilies.com/services/public-assistance) - [Second Chance Last Opportunity](http://secondchancelastopportunity.org/) - [Englewood Helping Hand](http://www.englewoodhelpinghand.org/) - [Mayor’s Feed the Hungry](http://www.mayorsfeedthehungry.org) - [South County Food Pantry](http://www.southcountyfoodpantry.com/) - [USDA Commodity Distribution](http://www.usda.gov/topics/food-and-nutrition/food-distribution) - [All Faiths Food Bank](http://www.allfaithsfoodbank.org) - [American Red Cross](http://www.redcross.org) - [DCF Child Care Resources](https://www.myflfamilies.com/services/child-family/child-care-resources) - [DEL's Family Guide](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Family-Guide.pdf) - [DEL's Family Guide Español](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Family-Guide-Spanish.pdf) - [DEL's Quality Checklist](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Quality-Checklist.pdf) - [DEL's Quality Checklist Español](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Quality-Checklist-Spanish.pdf) - [Bilingual CCR&R Fact Sheet](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bilingual-CCRR-Fact-Sheet.pdf) - [Bilingual Selecting a Summer Camp](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bilingual-Summer-Camp.pdf) - [Developmental Standards](https://flbt5.floridaearlylearning.com/) - [Growth and Development for Birth to 3-Year-Olds](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Birth-to-3.pdf) - [Growth and Development for Birth to 3-Year-Olds Español](https://elcsarasota.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Birth-to-3-Spanish.pdf) - [Parenting Matters](https://parentingmattersfl.org/) - [Developmental Milestones](https://helpmegrowfl.org/developmental-milestones/) - [Division of Early Learning](http://www.floridaearlylearning.com/) - [DEL Parent's Pages](https://www.fldoe.org/schools/early-learning/parents/parent-pages.stml) - [Adult and Community Enrichment Center](http://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/schools/ace/) - [Teen Parent Program](https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/page/teen-parent-program) - [Literacy Council of Sarasota](http://www.sarasotaliteracy.org/) - [Literacy Volunteers of South Sarasota County](http://www.literacychangeslives.org/) - [Sarasota County School Board](http://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/) - [Triad Alternative School](https://www.sarasotacountyschools.net/triad) - [Florida Department of Education](http://www.fldoe.org/) ## RFPs - [RFP Disaster Preparedness Substitute Workforce & Staffing Infrastructure Suite](https://elcsarasota.org/rfp/rfp-example-2/) - Disaster preparedness staffing and workforce-readiness system designed specifically for early childhood education programs. The platform builds, vets, and maintains a pool of state-compliant substitute teachers who can be requested on demand by child care centers keeping centers open during normal operations and bringing them back online quickly after a disaster. - [RFP Mindful Recovery](https://elcsarasota.org/rfp/rfp-example-1/) - The Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County (the “Coalition”) invited qualified organizations or individuals to submit proposals to design, implement, and deliver the Mindful Recovery Program — a comprehensive arts-integration, student and educator wellness initiative. This program seeks to enhance the emotional well-being, resilience, and creative capacity of early learning educators and students through arts-based ## Team Members - [Courtney Owen](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/courtney-owen/) - [Kelley Minney](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/kelley-minney/) - [Dianne Lawrence](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/dianne-lawrence/) - [Lorrie Young](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/lorrie-young/) - [Leah Binkley](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/leah-binkley/) - [Barbara Papantonakis](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/barbara-papantonakis/) - [Quanisha Minor](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/quanisha-minor/) - [Rayn Moses](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/rayn-moses/) - [Tess Scarcella-Fidelman](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/tess-scarcella-fidelman/) - [Lelia Ortega](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/lelia-ortega/) - [Jessica Becerril](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/jessica-becerril/) - [Kevin Smith](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/kevin-smith/) - [Kiyana Scott](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/kiyana-scott/) - [Alison Fraga](https://elcsarasota.org/team-member/alison-fraga/) ## VPK Sites - [YMCA Early Learning Academy @ PGT Innovations](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/ymca-early-learning-academy-pgt-innovations/) - [Wooden Shoes Child Care Center](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/wooden-shoes-child-care-center/) - [Wilkinson Elementary](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/wilkinson-elementary-2/) - [Venice YMCA Early Learning Academy](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/venice-ymca-early-learning-academy/) - [Venice Nokomis Community Preschool](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/venice-nokomis-community-preschool/) - [Venice Elementary](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/venice-elementary/) - [Venice Church of the Nazarene](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/venice-church-of-the-nazarene/) - [Venice Christian School PS Inc](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/venice-christian-school-ps-inc/) - [Tuttle Elementary](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/tuttle-elementary/) - [Trinity Preschool](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/trinity-preschool/) - [Toledo Blade Elementary](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/toledo-blade-elementary/) - [The Young Children's Academy](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/the-young-childrens-academy/) - [The Treehouse at Lakeside](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/the-treehosuse-at-lakeside/) - [The Learning Tree at Pines of Sarasota](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/the-learning-tree-at-pines-of-sarasota/) - [The Goddard School of Sarasota](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/the-goddard-school-of-sarasota/) - [The Gan at Temple Sinai](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/the-gan-at-temple-sinai/) - [The Florida Center for Early Childhood, Inc.](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/the-florida-center-for-early-childhood-inc-2/) - [The Florida Center for Early Childhood, Inc](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/the-florida-center-for-early-childhood-inc/) - [Taylor Ranch Elementary School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/taylor-ranch-elementary-school/) - [Susan Schwaid Early Learning Center](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/susan-schwaid-early-learning-center/) - [St. Paul Early Childhood Learning Center](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/st-paul-early-childhood-learning-center/) - [St. Mark's Episcopal Day School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/st-marks-episcopal-day-school/) - [Smarty Pants Preschool](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/smarty-pants-preschool/) - [Skye Ranch Elementary](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/skye-ranch-elementary/) - [Shining Stars Learning Center, Inc.](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/shining-stars-learning-center-inc/) - [Riddles & Rhymes Academy](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/riddles-rhymes-academy/) - [Prodigy ELC at Wellen Park](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/prodigy-elc-at-wellen-park/) - [Primrose at Wellen Park](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/primrose-at-wellen-park/) - [Little Ranchers Learning Center](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/little-ranchers-learning-center/) - [Little Disciples Preschool, Inc](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/little-disciples-preschool-inc/) - [Little Explorers Preschool](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/little-explorers-preschool/) - [La Petite Academy](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/la-petite-academy/) - [Kindergarten Prep Inc](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/kindergarten-prep-inc/) - [Kindergarten Prep II](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/kindergarten-prep-ii/) - [Kids Zone Preschool of Sarasota](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/kids-zone-preschool-of-sarasota/) - [Kiddie Academy of Sarasota](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/kiddie-academy-of-sarasota/) - [Ivybrook Academy](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/ivybrook-academy/) - [Ivy League Early Learning Center](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/ivy-league-early-learning-center/) - [Incarnation Catholic School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/incarnation-catholic-school/) - [Imagine Schools Palmer Ranch](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/imagine-schools-palmer-ranch/) - [Gulf Coast Christian Academy](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/gulf-coast-christian-academy/) - [Grace United Methodist Preschool](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/grace-united-methodist-preschool/) - [Good Shepherd Lutheran School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/good-shepherd-lutheran-school/) - [Foundations Early Childhood Education Center](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/foundations-early-childhood-education-center/) - [Glenallen Elementary School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/glenallen-elementary-school/) - [Gocio Elementary School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/gocio-elementary-school/) - [Englewood Elementary School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/englewood-elementary-school/) - [First United Methodist Church Early Care Center](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/first-united-methodist-church-early-care-center/) - [Epiphany Early Childhood](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/epiphany-early-childhood/) - [Cranberry Elementary](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/cranberry-elementary/) - [Selby Preschool](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/community-haven-for-adults-and-children-with-disabilities-selby/) - [Church of the Palms](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/church-of-the-palms/) - [Circle of Friends](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/circle-of-friends/) - [Children First, Inc.](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/children-first-inc/) - [Children First @ North Port](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/children-first-north-port/) - [Children First @ Helen R. Payne Annex](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/children-first-helen-r-payne-annex/) - [Capovam Phillippi Shores LLC CapoKids](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/capovam-phillippi-shores-llc-capokids/) - [Capoeira Volta Aomundo Inc](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/capoeira-volta-aomundo-inc/) - [Bizzy Bee Early Care and Education](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/bizzy-bee-early-care-and-education/) - [Bizzy B2](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/bizzy-b2/) - [Bright Start Child Development Center](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/bright-start-child-development-center/) - [Brentwood Elementary School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/brentwood-elementary-school/) - [Bay Point](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/bay-point/) - [Atwater Elementary School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/atwater-elementary-school/) - [Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Preschool](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/ascension-evangelical-lutheran-preschool/) - [An Apple A Day Academy](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/an-apple-a-day-academy/) - [Alta Vista Elementary School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/alta-vista-elementary-school/) - [Baby Fox Academy LWR](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/baby-fox-academy-lwr/) - [Emma E. Booker Elementary School](https://elcsarasota.org/vpk_site/emma-e-booker-elementary-school/) ## Venues - [Gulf Coast Community Foundation Philanthropy Center](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/gulf-coast-community-foundation-philanthropy-center/) - [Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota - Honore Office](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/early-learning-coalition-of-sarasota-honore-office/) - [Robert L. Taylor Community Complex](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/robert-l-taylor-community-complex/) - [Sarasota Police Department](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/sarasota-police-department/) - [George Mullen Activity Center](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/george-mullen-activity-center/) - [Suncoast Technical College North Port Branch](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/suncoast-technical-college-north-port-branch/) - [Suncoast Technical College Main Campus](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/suncoast-technical-college-main-campus/) - [Garden Elementary](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/garden-elementary/) - [Sarasota County Fire Station #2](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/sarasota-county-fire-station-2/) - [Caring Collective](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/caring-collective/) - [Teacher Training Institute](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/teacher-training-institute/) - [Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota](https://elcsarasota.org/venue/early-learning-coalition-of-sarasota/) ## Organizers - [Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota](https://elcsarasota.org/organizer/early-learning-coalition-of-sarasota/) ## Events - [In-Person Director's Connection](https://elcsarasota.org/event/in-person-directors-connection-2/) - 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, child care centers, and family child care homes. These sessions foster collaboration, peer to peer support, and professional growth through ELC updates, training news, and guest speakers who share strategies - [VPK Office Hours](https://elcsarasota.org/event/vpk-office-hours-2/) - Hosted by our VPK Program Director, Dianne Lawrence, our monthly VPK Office Hours give providers an opportunity to ask questions, receive guidance, and stay informed about VPK updates, requirements, and important deadlines. We encourage all providers to participate in this collaborative support session. We look forward to connecting with you and addressing any questions you - [Language of CLASS Tool Kit](https://elcsarasota.org/event/language-of-class-tool-kit/) - Course Description: This instructor-led training is appropriate for administrators, directors and teachers of 3-, 4- and 5-year-old children and focuses on teacher-child interactions through the Classroom Assessment Scoring System® (CLASS®) lens. Participants will: Learn the history and implementation of the CLASS® tool in the VPK classroom. Become familiar with the Domains, Dimensions, Indicators and Behavior - [Circle of Security](https://elcsarasota.org/event/circle-of-security/) - Facilitated by The Florida Center's Mental Health Consultant, the Circle of Security eight-week course provides relationship tools to offer a new way of understanding the children in your care. You will learn how secure relationships can be supported and strengthened, pick up on cues, and be able to identify when they need encouragement to do things - [Virtual Director's Connection](https://elcsarasota.org/event/virtual-directors-connection-3/) - 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, child care centers, and family child care homes. These sessions foster collaboration, peer to peer support, and professional growth through ELC updates, training news, and guest speakers who share strategies - [Infant & Toddler CLASS Overview](https://elcsarasota.org/event/infant-toddler-class-overview/) - Facilitated by Leah Binkley, this overview of the CLASS tool and observation process provides educators with foundational knowledge of effective teacher-child interactions while introducing the Infant & Toddler tools. During this virtual training, participants will explore the CLASS observation process and learn how the CLASS framework supports a holistic approach to continuous quality improvement by - [Board of Directors - Board Strategy & Execution Workshop](https://elcsarasota.org/event/board-of-directors-board-strategy-execution-workshop/) - The Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Board of Directors will hold a Board Strategy & Execution Workshop. The purpose of this workshop is to engage the Board of Directors in strategic planning and discussion regarding the Coalition's mission, priorities, and future direction. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Scribbles Matter](https://elcsarasota.org/event/scribbles-matter-2/) - This instructor-led training is appropriate for administrators, directors and teachers of 3-, 4- and 5-year-old children. Participants will recognize the characteristics of Emergent Writing and make connections between the Classroom Assessment Scoring System® (CLASS®) Domains and the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards (FELDS) in the Language and Literacy Domain. Participants will gain knowledge of: - [Language of CLASS Instructional Learning](https://elcsarasota.org/event/language-of-class-instructional-learning/) - This instructor-led training is appropriate for administrators, directors and teachers of 3-, 4- and 5-year-old children. Participants will: Gain knowledge of resources and helpful strategies that align with the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards (FELDS) and encourage teacher-child interactions. Be able to identify ways to improve your instructional practices. How to register for this - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-5/) - 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. - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-4/) - 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. - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-3/) - 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. - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-2/) - 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. - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/finance-committee-meeting/) - 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. - [VPK Office Hours](https://elcsarasota.org/event/vpk-office-hours/) - Join us for our monthly VPK Office Hours, designed to provide VPK providers with an opportunity to ask questions, receive guidance, and stay informed about VPK updates, requirements, and important deadlines. We encourage all providers to participate in this collaborative support session. We look forward to connecting with you and addressing any questions you may - [Preschool Emergency Alert Response Learning System (PEARLS)](https://elcsarasota.org/event/preschool-emergency-alert-response-learning-system-pearls/) - The PEARLS team will share valuable training, providing awareness and exposure to a new way of thinking, including options for acting in threatening circumstances by: • Providing tools and resources for training staff, children, and educators • Teaching concepts of Evacuation, Lockdown with Barricade, and Countering • Training staff to evaluate environments, potential dangers, foster - [Board of Directors Annual Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/board-of-directors-annual-meeting/) - All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Board of Directors are held at 3:00 pm, until the conclusion of business, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Board of Directors Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-4/) - All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Board of Directors are held at 3:00 pm, until the conclusion of business, at 6003 Honore Ave, Suite 106, Sarasota, FL 34238, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Board of Directors Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-3/) - All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Board of Directors are held at 3:00 pm, until the conclusion of business, at 6003 Honore Ave, Suite 106, Sarasota, FL 34238, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Board of Directors Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-2/) - All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Board of Directors are held at 3:00 pm, until the conclusion of business, at 6003 Honore Ave, Suite 106, Sarasota, FL 34238, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Board of Directors Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting/) - All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Board of Directors are held at 3:00 pm, until the conclusion of business, at 6003 Honore Ave, Suite 106, Sarasota, FL 34238, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Appeals Committee Hearing](https://elcsarasota.org/event/appeals-committee-hearing/) - The Appeals Committee will hold a public hearing on June 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [From Chaos to Connection](https://elcsarasota.org/event/from-chaos-to-connection/) - Kick off the school year with strategies that help create a positive, connected classroom from day one. Led by Becky Atluru, the ELC’s new Social & Behavioral Consultant, this interactive training will explore proactive approaches to building strong relationships, establishing effective routines, setting clear expectations, and preventing behavior challenges before they arise. Participants will leave - [Board of Directors Budget Workshop](https://elcsarasota.org/event/board-of-directors-budget-workshop/) - The budget workshop will include a comprehensive review of the proposed Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget before it is presented for approval at the Board of Directors meeting at 3:00 pm on June 9th. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Supporting Infant & Toddler Development](https://elcsarasota.org/event/supporting-infant-toddler-development-2/) - Brought to you by FLAEYC, this FREE 2-day training will help you understand brain growth, social-emotional development, self-regulation, and responsive strategies for challenging behaviors in infants and toddlers. Starting on Wednesday, June 2nd and continuing on June 9th, this class is held via Zoom from 6:30-8:00PM. You must attend both sessions to receive credit for - [Supporting Infant & Toddler Development](https://elcsarasota.org/event/supporting-infant-toddler-development/) - Brought to you by FLAEYC, this FREE 2-day training will help you understand brain growth, social-emotional development, self-regulation, and responsive strategies for challenging behaviors in infants and toddlers. Starting on Wednesday, June 2nd and continuing on June 9th, this class is held via Zoom from 6:30-8:00PM. You must attend both sessions to receive credit for - [Let's Take it Outside Mod 1](https://elcsarasota.org/event/lets-take-it-outside-mod-1/) - Join us on May 14 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 - [Scribbles Matter](https://elcsarasota.org/event/scribbles-matter/) - To most adults, scribbles look like a page full of loops, lines, and squiggly-things. But to a preschooler, those marks tell a story. Join us on May 12 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 is designed to explain why scribbling - [Virtual Directors Connection](https://elcsarasota.org/event/virtual-directors-connection-2/) - 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, child care centers, and family child care homes. These sessions foster collaboration, peer to peer support, and professional growth through ELC updates, training news, and guest speakers who share strategies - [In-Person Directors Connection](https://elcsarasota.org/event/in-person-directors-connection/) - 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, child care centers, and family child care homes. These sessions foster collaboration, peer to peer support, and professional growth through ELC updates, training news, and guest speakers who share strategies - [Circle of Security Virtual Training: 8 Week Series](https://elcsarasota.org/event/circle-of-security-virtual-training-8-week-series/2026-07-15/) - Join us for an 8-week virtual training series presented by Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Katie Gerardi. This course provides practical, relationship-based tools to help you better understand the children in your care. Participants will learn how to strengthen secure relationships, recognize children’s cues, and identify when children need encouragement toward independence or additional emotional - [Let's Take it Outside Mod 1 - Virtual](https://elcsarasota.org/event/lets-take-it-outside-mod-1-virtual/) - 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 - [New Worlds Reading Teacher Professional Learning - ALACHUA COUNTY](https://elcsarasota.org/event/new-worlds-reading-teacher-professional-learning-alachua-county-2/) - The UF Lastinger Center for Learning is offering a free, one-day professional learning opportunity for VPK lead teachers and aides. And you'll receive a $300 stipend upon completion. Rooted in the science of reading, this training connects the New Worlds Reading home book delivery program with your classroom instruction. Note: Travel and hotel are not - [New Worlds Reading Teacher Professional Learning - ALACHUA COUNTY](https://elcsarasota.org/event/new-worlds-reading-teacher-professional-learning-alachua-county/) - The UF Lastinger Center for Learning is offering a free, one-day professional learning opportunity for VPK lead teachers and aides. And you'll receive a $300 stipend upon completion. Rooted in the science of reading, this training connects the New Worlds Reading home book delivery program with your classroom instruction. Note: Travel and hotel are not - [New Worlds Reading Teacher Professional Learning - OSCEOLA COUNTY](https://elcsarasota.org/event/new-worlds-reading-teacher-professional-learning-osceola-county/) - The UF Lastinger Center for Learning is offering a free, one-day professional learning opportunity for VPK lead teachers and aides. And you'll receive a $300 stipend upon completion. Rooted in the science of reading, this training connects the New Worlds Reading home book delivery program with your classroom instruction. Note: Travel and hotel are not - [Healthy Start Baby Shower](https://elcsarasota.org/event/healthy-start-baby-shower/) - 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. - [Sarasota Police Department’s Spring Fest](https://elcsarasota.org/event/sarasota-police-departments-spring-fest/) - The Sarasota Police Department is throwing a free community celebration and your families are invited! \ Here's what's in store: 🎵 Live music and free food 🚔 Emergency vehicles and a Mobile Command Center to explore 🐕 K-9 demonstrations 🚁 Drone operations and Marine Patrol displays 🤿 Dive team and specialty unit demos Plus officers - [North Port Baby Shower and Preschool Expo](https://elcsarasota.org/event/north-port-baby-shower-and-preschool-expo/) - Pregnant women, new moms, and families with infants and young children up to age 4 are invited to attend the North Port Community Baby Shower & Preschool Expo! Hosted by the Social Services Division with support from North Port Kiwanis, this event will feature a variety of helpful resources and information for families. Be sure - [Kickoff To K Party - North Port](https://elcsarasota.org/event/kickoff-to-k-party-north-port/) - 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 - [Kickoff To K Party - Sarasota](https://elcsarasota.org/event/kickoff-to-k-party-sarasota/) - 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 - [Kickoff To K Party - Venice](https://elcsarasota.org/event/kickoff-to-k-party-venice/) - 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 - [The Language of CLASS Training - Virtual](https://elcsarasota.org/event/the-language-of-class-training-virtual/) - 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 - [Emergency Preparedness Training with Save The Children](https://elcsarasota.org/event/emergency-preparedness-training-with-save-the-children/) - 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 - [Executive Committee Special Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/executive-committee-special-meeting/) - All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Executive Committee are held at 9:30 a.m., until the conclusion of business, virtually, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Communications Committee Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/communications-committee-meeting-2/) - All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Communications Committee are held at 3:00 pm, until the conclusion of business, virtually, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Board of Directors Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-june-2026/) - All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Board of Directors are held at 3:00 pm, until the conclusion of business, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Board of Directors Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/board-of-directors-meeting-may-2026/) - All meetings of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County Board of Directors are held at 3:00 pm, until the conclusion of business, at 6003 Honore Ave, Suite 106, Sarasota, FL 34238, unless otherwise publicly noticed. For the meeting agenda or call-in information, please contact kscott@elcsarasota.org. - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-may-2026/) - 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. - [Finance Committee Meeting](https://elcsarasota.org/event/finance-committee-meeting-june-2026/) - 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. - [Pediatric First Aid & CPR Training](https://elcsarasota.org/event/pediatric-first-aid-cpr-training-2/) - 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 - [Pediatric First Aid & CPR Training](https://elcsarasota.org/event/pediatric-first-aid-cpr-training/) - 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 - [Virtual Director's Connection](https://elcsarasota.org/event/virtual-directors-connection/) - 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. 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