Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend

Taylor Co. Office Open House and Fall Festival
2023-09-21 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Taylor County families are invited to join us for our ELC Open House and Fall Festival! We’ll have fun games, hotdogs, popcorn, snowcones, and books for attendees from 3-6PM!
While you’re there, learn about the free local resources available to your family. This event is FREE and open to the public.

Your Recipe for Success: Virtual Resource Fair
2023-10-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom Webinar
Looking for the perfect blend of support and resources for your family? Look no further!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 3rd, from 6-7:30PM as we bring together local community agencies for an enriching live webinar!

Discover a variety of essential services to uplift and empower your family, all from the comfort of your home. From housing assistance to educational opportunities and beyond, we’ve got it covered!

Engage with agency representatives during the event, ask questions, and gain valuable insights to guide your path to success.

Catch us live on Zoom and Facebook to ensure you don’t miss out on this incredible virtual gathering of support and knowledge.

Program, Policy, and Strategy Committee Meeting
2023-10-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-01-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar
For information on how to view this meeting via zoom, please email Rebecca Gonzalez at governance@elcbigbend.org to receive an invitation link.

*Cancelled* New Board Member Orientation
2023-10-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom Webinar

Free Developmental Screening
2023-10-06 08:30 - 14:00
For ages 6 months to 5 years (not yet in Kindergarten)
Screening includes:

Vision and Hearing
Health & Nutrition
Motor Skills
Cognitive Behavior
Speech
Dental

Register today: Leon County Community Screening Event (office.com)

Finance Committee Meeting
2023-10-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-01-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom Webinar

Ad Hoc Committee Meeting
2023-10-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-26 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-11-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-12-13 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-01-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-02-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar

Executive Committee Meeting
2023-11-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom Webinar

Board of Directors Meeting
2023-11-02 11:30 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar

Child Care Provider Webinar
2023-11-09 12:30 - 13:30 | Zoom Webinar
The Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region, Inc. (ELC) invites child care providers of the Big Bend to attend our quarterly webinar. This webinar will cover important information regarding VPK and School Readiness, upcoming deadlines, available resources and grants, and more.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pf-uqqDIsH9Ae3kxLx9TwaIQ2E4h6nNKa
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

ELC 4717: Brain Breaks for Young Children – Supporting Good Health and Learning
2023-11-29 - 2023-12-15
Brain breaks are a great classroom management tool to use regularly. Brain breaks are short, 1 to 2 minutes, activities that can give young children a break from classroom activities. Brain breaks give young children a chance to regroup, relax, stretch, and allow the teacher to pull all the children together. Brain breaks can even happen in the middle of circle time.

Self-Paced – open 24/7
10 In-Service Hours or 1 CEU
Target Audience: Toddler, Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4, and VPK Teachers
To Register, click here

Board Chair, Treasurer, and Leadership Team Meeting
2023-12-04 13:30 - 14:30 | Zoom Webinar

Fiscal Exit Meeting
2023-12-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom Webinar

The Southern Group's 25th Anniversary
2024-01-08 17:00 - 21:00

ELC Ad Hoc Committee Meeting
2024-01-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar

ELC Executive Committee Meeting
2024-01-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar

Color Me Blue Briefing
2024-01-18 11:30 - 12:00, 2024-01-18 15:00 - 15:45 | Zoom Webinar
Meeting scheduled to discuss event logistics, run of show, and volunteer expectations as assigned. Please contact Governance at governance@elcbigbend.org to be provided with a Zoom link.

Color Me Blue: A Kid's Art Auction Event
2024-01-25 18:00 - 21:00
ELC is dedicated to ensuring that every child in the Big Bend is prepared to succeed in school. With your generous support, we can continue to support our youngest community members, their caregivers, and the early learning educators that equip them with the necessary skills to become future leaders.

This inspiring evening will feature a range of captivating experiences, including:
1. VIP Cocktail Reception: Network and mingle with influential community leaders, philanthropists, and business professionals during the exclusive pre-event reception.
2. Live Entertainment: Enhance your experience with music provided by a local group.
3. Art Auction: Participate in our exclusive silent auction, featuring unique and beautiful artwork created by local Big Bend children.

Ticket pre-sales go live September 24, 2023.

ELC Board of Directors Meeting
2024-02-01 11:00 - 13:00

Audit Committee Meeting
2024-03-27 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom Webinar

Executive Committee Monthly Meeting
2024-03-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar
