Southwest Missouri Childhood Community Leaders can help strengthen local early childhood systems by connecting partners, sharing information, identifying needs, and helping families and professionals find reliable sources.
Missouri Family Resources | Childhood Community Leaders | Office of Childhood | MOPD
Missouri First Steps - https://www.mofirststeps.com
MU Center for Child Well-Being - https://mochildwellbeing.org/inclusion
Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Initiative - https://redcap.missouri.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=T3TK4FTJFRDF4ARD
MPACT - https://www.missouriparentsact.org
Starting school for the first time can be intimidating, but you can find ways to prepare...
To learn more on kindergarten readiness, visit these links:
The Link Between Developmental Milestones and School Readiness
Kindergarten Entry Assessment
Resilient Parents, Thriving Children
What is School Readiness
Afterschool Programs | Afterschool Grants
Funding for childcare providers and schools helps them plan programs, strengthen services, and support children and families...
To learn more on funding opportunities, visit these links:
MO Childcare Subsidy Providers
MO Afterschool Program Grants
MO Childcare/Development Fund Plan
MO Childcare Works