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We
will soon be launching a brand new website with school
readiness tips, tools, and resources just for parents!
Until then, if you any questions about our organization,
our projects, or ways to get involve, please contact us.
Our
vision
Central Oklahoma is a nurturing and supportive community
for young children and their families so that children
are safe, healthy, eager to learn and ready to succeed
by the time they enter school.
How
important is a smart start?
The first five years in a child’s life are crucial to
their future success in school and in life. It is vital
that children have opportunities for positive early
learning experiences and safe, nurturing relationships
that affect their growth and healthy development.
Research
shows that by kindergarten, a tremendous difference
already exists between children who have had quality
early learning experiences and those who have not ---
severely reducing their chances of ever catching up with
their peers.
Give
a child a smart start as…
A PARENT by spending quality time with your child each
day reading and playing, and turning everyday moments
into teachable moments.
AN
EDUCATOR OR CHILD CARE PROVIDER by providing a quality
learning environment which includes daily reading and
responding to the unique needs of each child.
A
NEIGHBOR by being a voice for children and families in
your neighborhood.
A
COMMUNITY MEMBER by prioritizing the well-being of
children in your everyday life AND when you vote.
A
BUSINESS LEADER AND EMPLOYER by creating policies
and programs that benefit parents and their children in
your organization. And by providing active leadership in
raising awareness about quality learning.
A
FAITH COMMUNITY by encouraging and supporting
parents and children in your community.
A
HEALTHCARE PROVIDER by talking to parents and child
care providers about keeping children healthy, and
participating in Reach Out and Read to promote daily
reading.
A
PUBLIC POLICY MAKER by keeping the needs of our
youngest children at the forefront of your
decision-making
How can I
act now and give a child a smart start?
Register to vote and vote for people, programs and
policies that support our youngest children.
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Read to a
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Deliver a book bundle in your community.
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Donate books to be distributed in the community.
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Tell someone about our work and share our website with
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Become a champion for children speaker.
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Participate in our early childhood leadership institute or recruit someone in your neighborhood or workplace to participate. |
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Invite a children’s champion to speak to your workplace, association, church, or event. Our goal is to share our message with 10,000 people this year!
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