Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County

Families, make sure to mark your calendars for our upcoming VPK Registration Events! Coalition staff will be on hand at our Palm Springs office to help register your child for Voluntary PreKindergarten (VPK)! Just bring proof of your child's age and residency, and we'll make sure you leave with a VPK certificate in hand. Register below and choose your time slot: https://elc.webauthor.com/go/frx_vpk_registration_signup/default.cfm

For a full list of required documents to bring, please visit: https://www.elcpalmbeach.org/vpk-families.

We can't wait to see you and get your child on the ready to kindergarten readiness!

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Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County OUR MISSION: BUILDING COMMUNITY-WIDE COMMITMENT FOR COMPREHENSIVE, HIGH-QUALITY EARLY LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS THAT BENEFIT THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF PALM BEACH COUNTY.

Children who enter kindergarten with strong early math skills are more likely to succeed in school. The good news: you don't need a tutor or another app. Everyday moments with a caring adult are enough.

The Personal Assistant for Learning (PAL) is built on decades of learning science research. It helps you find out where your child stands, then gives you the right activity at the right time so you can build skills together, not in front of a screen. Activities happen at the kitchen table, in the car, on a walk — real moments between you and your child.

Learn more and download: https://pal.guide/ (Link in Bio)

Did you know that using the right car seat correctly can significantly reduce the risk of serious injury in a crash? As children grow, it's important to make sure their car seat fits their age, weight, and height—and that it's installed properly.

Parents and caregivers can access free resources, installation guidance, and car seat safety information through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and local child passenger safety programs. Many communities also offer free car seat inspections conducted by certified technicians.

To find a car seat check station near you, visit NHTSA’s Car Seat Inspection Finder or contact your local fire department, hospital, or law enforcement agency to see if they offer car seat safety checks: https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle-safety/car-seats-and-booster-seats -help-inspection. Visit our Family Resources page for more information about summer safety: https://www.elcpalmbeach.org/family-resources.

Families, make sure to mark your calendars for this week - on June 25th, from 9am to 4pm, Coalition staff will be on hand at our Palm Springs office to help register your child for Voluntary PreKindergarten (VPK)! Just bring proof of your child's age and residency, and we'll make sure you leave with a VPK certificate in hand. Register below and choose your time slot: https://elc.webauthor.com/go/frx_vpk_registration_signup/default.cfm

For a full list of required documents to bring, please visit: https://www.elcpalmbeach.org/vpk-families.

We can't wait to see you and get your child on the ready to kindergarten readiness!

On Saturday, early learning educators from across Palm Beach County joined us for a day of professional development with Mindset Copilot, focusing on literacy instruction in early learning classrooms.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to learn, connect, and grow alongside fellow early learning educators. Your commitment is building a stronger future for the children and families in our community.

To all the fathers and father figures out there, have a wonderful day!

Please join us in thanking Pilar Tucker for her dedicated service on the Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County Board of Directors.

As a provider representative, Pilar shared her early learning perspective and knowledge to help strengthen programs and services for children, families, and educators throughout our community.

Thank you, Pilar, for your years of service and your lasting impact. We wish you all the best in your retirement.

Happy Juneteenth! Families looking for ways to celebrate can find a variety of community activities taking place throughout Palm Beach County this weekend.

📍Juneteenth Community Day at the Norton Museum of Art
Date: June 20, 2026
Details: https://go.palmbeachculture.com/event/juneteenth-community-day/

📍Juneteenth Festival in Boynton Beach
Date: June 20, 2026
Location: Sara Sims Park, 209 NW 9th Court, Boynton Beach, FL

📍City of Belle Glade Juneteenth Celebration
Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
Details: https://www.bellegladechamber.com/events/details/city-of-belle-glade-juneteenth-celebration-1284

We encourage families to explore opportunities to learn, connect, and celebrate within our community.

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The Coalition was in the Community! On June 17th, we hosted a Father/Male Figure Engagement Event at Victoria's Pisco Lounge and Restaurant, featuring Christopher Velazquez, our very own Infants and Toddler Specialist, as our featured speaker. It was an evening of meaningful conversation, connection, and a wonderful dinner while celebrating the important role fathers and male figures play in the lives of children.

Thank you to Victoria's Peruvian Cuisine for sponsoring the event, and to all who participated! Keep up to date with us on our webpage for future events: https://www.elcpalmbeach.org/family-resources.