South-Central Early Learning Hub - for info on Douglas County

Preschool and Kindergarten Enrollment is now OPEN! 🎉

If your child will be 3 or 4 by September 1, 2026, it’s time to enroll in preschool. FREE preschool options in Douglas County:
• Preschool Promise: www.scelh.com
• Head Start: www.UCANCap.org
• Local school district programs

If your child will be 5 by September 1, 2026, it’s time to register for kindergarten through your local school district.

For questions or help getting started, contact the South-Central Early Learning Hub at 541-957-4809.

Free, High-Quality Preschool is Here!

Enrollment is now open for the 2026–2027 school year with Preschool Promise—free preschool for eligible families!

✔️ Children must be 3 or 4 by September 1, 2026
✔️ Families must live in Oregon
✔️ All families are encouraged to apply, even if they think they may be over-income.

✨ Program sites in Douglas County
✨ High-quality early learning experiences
✨ Support for kindergarten readiness

⚠️ Space is limited—apply early!

📲 Apply online: www.southcentralhubenrollment.com

📞 Questions? Call the South-Central Early Learning Hub at (541) 957-4809
🌐 Take a virtual tour: www.scelh.com

Give your child a strong start—apply today! 💛

Do you live in Douglas, Klamath, or Lake County and need help for your family?

Community UPLiFT connects parents-to-be and families with children from birth to age 5, or up to age 21 for children with special needs, to community programs and services. You decide which programs are right for you.

Send a referral online at community-uplift.com or call (541) 880-4655 to learn more.

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The South-Central Early Learning Hub is accepting applications for Early Learning funding, supporting Kindergarten Readiness Partnership & Innovation (KPI) and Birth through Five Early Literacy.

✅ Applicants MUST serve:
Families living in Oregon in Douglas, Klamath, Lake Counties, Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians, or The Klamath Tribes

💡 Funding supports equity-focused, evidence-based projects that strengthen:
- Kindergarten readiness
- Early literacy (birth–5)
- Transitions from early learning to K–12

🌱 Priority is given to programs serving families who are geographically isolated; children experiencing displacement, including houselessness, foster care, and kinship care; communities of color; families identifying as Tribal; children with disabilities or trauma, and infants & toddlers.

👥 Who can apply? Nonprofits, government agencies, small businesses, community partners, and community members.

🗓 Applications due: March 20, 2026, 5:00 PM PT
❓ Questions due by: Feb. 13, 2026, 5:00 PM PT
📧 Email: [email protected]

🔗 For additional information and to apply:
https://www.scelh.com/who-we-are/news/default-board-post-page-scelh/~board/scelh-news/post/request-for-application

Competitive awards based on community need, partnerships, and measurable outcomes.

www.scelh.com

🚨 Important Notice for EBT Cardholders 🚨

There has been an increase in EBT card fraud. This means some people are stealing card information. When the state sees that an EBT card might have been used wrongly, they cancel the card to keep families safe.

💳 What this means:
Only cards that look like they were used for fraud are being canceled. Some people may try to use their EBT card and find out it doesn’t work. We know this can be hard for families.

🔄 If your card is deactivated:
Call the EBT Card Replacement phone number to get a new card, or contact your local Oregon Department of Human Services office for help.

🔄 Please share these resources:

📖 Information webpage (Spanish button in the top right):
https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/benefits/pages/protect.aspx?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

📄 English brochure:
https://sharedsystems.dhsoha.state.or.us/DHSForms/Served/de-1020950.pdf

📄 Spanish brochure:
https://sharedsystems.dhsoha.state.or.us/DHSForms/Served/ds-1020950.pdf

🌟 Free Preschool at North Douglas Elementary! 🌟

Preschool Promise offers free, high-quality preschool for families.
Your child must be 3 or 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2025, and must live in Oregon.

Income exceptions may apply. You are encouraged to apply even if you think you may be over income.

📝 Apply online: southcentralhubenrollment.com
🎥 Watch videos: scelh.com
📞 Call for more information: (541) 957-4809

Give your child a great start. Apply today!

We love this community!

Despite closures nationwide, Oregon Head Start set to remain afloat during government shutdown • Oregon Capital Chronicle Exact figures are yet to be released, but program leaders plan to meet in Salem on Thursday to discuss more concrete funding plans.

Community UPLiFT helps families find local support and services with a personal touch. If you’re expecting a baby or have a child/children ages 0–5, or a child with special needs up to age 21, Community UPLiFT can connect you to programs that fit your family’s needs. You’ll talk with a Family Resource Facilitator who will listen and work with you to find out what kind of help or support would be most useful for your family. They can provide direct referrals to organizations that offer support in your area. Community UPLiFT serves families in Douglas, Klamath, and Lake Counties.

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Looking for help with groceries or meals in Douglas County? The South-Central Early Learning Hub has created a Food Resource Guide with local pantries and community kitchens. Please share with families who may benefit. If your organization has updates or new resources to add, reach out to the Hub so we can keep the guide current for our community!