Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, Inc.

OFFICE CLOSURE - PRESIDENTS' DAY
2025-02-17 | FL
Our office will be closed in observance of Presidents’ Day

Executive Committee
2025-02-13 08:30 - 09:30 (America/New_York) | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
PURPOSE: Coalition Business
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in these meetings should contact us at (352) 369-2315 ext 211 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) Florida Relay Service at least 48 hours proper to the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by any of the Committees or Board noticed above with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Notice has been made of these meetings to cover the Government in the Sunshine Law through publication and distributions of same.

KALEIDOSCOPE PLAY & LEARN
2025-02-12 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-02-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-01-29 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-18 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Adams Bay Apartments, 621 NW 2nd Street, Ocala, FL, 34475, United States

CLASS® Group Coaching Infant & Toddler (Formally MMCI); Session 1A & 1B
2025-02-08 09:00 - 12:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
Description: Together we will learn how to make the most of classroom interactions. We will discuss teacher’s ability to “know” what effective interactions are; why they matter; “see” effective interactions needed to build self-awareness, and “do” by practicing effective strategies.
This is a Hybrid course please see below schedule for those additional sessions virtual/in-person.
2.4 CEUs available.
Follow-up Session Dates: (all times are 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. with the exception of Session 6A & 6B which takes place from 9 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.)

The first of 12 sessions is Saturday February 8, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. In-Person
Participants should plan to arrive by 6:20 p.m. to sign-in and get settled in so the class can begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. Dates are subject to change. If changes occur, participants will be notified as soon as possible.
Expectations:
Please bring your CGC manual to each session. Feel free to also bring a snack or a drink. Vending machines are available. Come ready to learn and have fun doing it.
Make-up Policy
If a participant misses a session, there will only be one chance to make it up. That date will be announced during the 10th session. If the opportunity for make-up is missed, then the participant may have to attend a session that is offered by other Coalitions. The contact information for the other Coalitions will be provided, and it will be up to the participant to contact that Coalition to make arrangements to attend. It is up to the other Coalition to determine if there is space available.

Inaugural Truckin' It To Preschool Event
2025-02-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Silver Springs Shores Community Center, 590 Silver Road, Ocala, FL, 34472, United States
The Early Learning Coalition of Marion County will be hosting their inaugural Truckin’ It To Preschool event at the Silver Springs Shores Community Center on Saturday, February 1st, 2025. The event is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Truckin’ It To Preschool event will be an opportunity for families to learn about the many preschool options available in Marion County and to apply for VPK. Attendees will also be able to get up close and personal to their favorite trucks and emergency vehicles.
Preschool providers are invited to participate in this event, highlighting their preschool options for families. Vendor space is free to School Readiness and/or VPK contracted providers, and only $25 for non-contracted providers. If you are interested in becoming a vendor at this event or if you have any questions regarding this event, please email Quality@ELC-Marion.org.

Introduction to the PRE-K CLASS TOOL
2025-02-01 09:00 - 14:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
Explore the interactions that increase learning Learn the basics of the CLASS instrument, domains and dimensions.
This presentation is designed to help participants learn about effective teacher-child interactions, as defined by the PRE-K CLASS tool, and the ways these interactions help children learn.
Participants will:

See how teacher-child interactions impact children’s learning.
Understand how the CLASS tool organizes these interactions.

.4 CEUs; 4 training hours
What to Expect:

Feel free to bring snacks and beverage.
Water fountain available for refilling water bottles.
ONE HOUR LUNCH BREAK BE AVAILABLE (PLEASE BE PREPARED TO PROVIDE YOUR OWN LUNCH)
Training materials including a CLASS Dimensions Guide
Introduction to CLASS Tool Participant Guide, for each participant.
Teach Stone subscription
2-month CLASS Video Library access for each participant

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT: Nurturing Self-Regulation & Critical Thinking
2025-01-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
By reviewing how to present and use books, scripted stories, and ideas for hands-on activities, families will provide children with opportunities to learn and practice milestone skills. This training session will present the Family Engagement Book and Tucker Turtle at Home, elements that will help families engage children in hands-on self regulation, literacy, math, and science activities. Tucker the Turtle is a wonderful resource designed to help children and families navigate and manage their emotions, particularly when dealing with intense feelings, like anger. The Family Engagement book will present activities that use common house materials, including instructions, open, ended questions and vocabulary words to promote school readiness skills related to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM approach). The training session presents resources that provide interactive tools and activities that make it easier for families to guide children through emotional regulation, higher-order thinking skills and advanced language with simple and engaging activities.
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON SESSION

MONTHLY PROVIDER MEETING - VIRTUAL
2025-01-22 13:00 - 14:00 | FL
The agenda and meeting link will be emailed to our providers prior to all monthly meetings.
Questions? Need to update your provider email Interested in becoming a provider? Please contact Quality@elc-marion.org or call 352-369-2315 Ext. 101 for the Quality Department.

Special Executive Committee Meeting
2025-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 | 2300 SW 17th Rd Ocala Fl 34471, 2300 SW 17th Rd, Ocala, FL, 34471, United States

OFFICE CLOSURE - MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY
2025-01-20 | FL
Our office will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

COME SEE US! MLK Youth Day
2025-01-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Mary Sue Rich Community Center at Reed Place, 1821 NW 21st Ave., Ocala, FL, 34475, United States
The ELCMC team will be participating in Ocala’s MLK Youth Day. Stop by our booth and check out our many free resources!

Notice of Special Executive Committee Meeting
2025-01-15 17:15 - 18:15 | FL
Notice of Special Executive Committee Meeting via Teams Meeting
Contact hr@elc-marion.org for more information

CPR/First Aid
2025-01-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
In-Person
American Heart Savers CPR & First Aid
AED is a course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage a first aid, choking or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first few minutes until emergency medical services (EMS) arrives. This course provides a two-year certificate approved for use in childcare facilities.
Core Knowledge Area (CKA) 1: Health, Safety & Nutrition
4 hours, No CEUs

Governance Committee
2025-01-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-12-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
PURPOSE: Coalition Business
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in these meetings should contact us at (352) 369-2315 ext. 211 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) Florida Relay Service at least 48 hours proper to the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by any of the Committees or Board noticed above with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Notice has been made of these meetings to cover the Government in the Sunshine Law through publication and distributions of same.

Executive Committee - CANCELLED
2025-01-09 08:30 - 09:30 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States

OFFICE CLOSURE - NEW YEAR'S DAY
2025-01-01 | FL
Our office will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day.

OFFICE CLOSURE - NEW YEARS EVE
2024-12-31 | FL
Per Governor DeSantis, state offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 31.

ELCMC DIAPER ASSISTANCE - Every Thursday*
2024-12-30 07:00 - 18:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
The ELCMC provides diaper assistance every Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., at our office.
*Dates are subject to change in observance of holidays or other closures. This week’s distribution will take place on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024 instead of Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025.
Please see the criteria below or visit www.elc-marion.org/parents/success-by-6 for more information.
CRITERIA:
1. Reside in Marion County:
• provide valid FL driver’s license/id, current lease or utility bill from within the past 60 days
2. Have child between the ages of birth to five years old:
• Provide Medicaid card or birth certificate
3. Provide Evidence of financial need:
• Housing instability (PROVIDE referral from certified homeless shelter)
• Foster Placement (PROVIDE Medicaid card or placement letter)
• Receiving school readiness (provide ELC staff verification)
• receiving snap (PROVIDE snap letter)
• Medicaid recipient (PROVIDE Medicaid card)

OFFICE CLOSURE - CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
2024-12-25 | FL
Our office will be closed in observance of the Christmas holiday.

OFFICE CLOSURE - CHRISTMAS EVE
2024-12-24 | FL
We will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, in observance of Christmas Eve.

OFFICE CLOSURE - CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY
2024-12-23 | FL
Per Governor DeSantis, state offices will be closed on Monday, December 23rd.

COME SEE US! Reindeer Romp 2024
2024-12-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Reddick Public Library, 15150 NW Gainesville Rd, Reddick, FL, 32686, United States
Reindeer Romp
The Coalition will have a booth at the 2024 Reindeer Romp. Join us for festive, frosty, fun on Saturday, Dec. 21 from noon until 2 p.m. at the Reddick Public Library.

There will be games, music, and giveaways. For more information, see Marion County Public Library System Programs and Event Calendar.

ELCMC DIAPER ASSISTANCE - Every Thursday*
2024-12-19 07:00 - 18:00, 2024-12-12 07:00 - 18:00 | Early Learning Coalition of Marion County, FL, United States
The ELCMC provides diaper assistance every Thursday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., at our office.
*Dates are subject to change in observance of holidays or other closures. Check our calendar for those changes.
Please see the criteria below or visit www.elc-marion.org/parents/success-by-6 for more information.
CRITERIA:
1. Reside in Marion County:
• provide valid FL driver’s license/id, current lease or utility bill from within the past 60 days
2. Have child between the ages of birth to five years old:
• Provide Medicaid card or birth certificate
3. Provide Evidence of financial need:
• Housing instability (PROVIDE referral from certified homeless shelter)
• Foster Placement (PROVIDE Medicaid card or placement letter)
• Receiving school readiness (provide ELC staff verification)
• receiving snap (PROVIDE snap letter)
• Medicaid recipient (PROVIDE Medicaid card)

Board Meeting
2024-12-12 08:30 - 09:30 | FL
ATTENTION: At this time no meetings will be conducted in person until further notice. If you would like to attend please reach out to Beatriz Montalvo at hr@elc-marion.org for info.
PURPOSE: Coalition Business
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in these meetings should contact us at (352) 369-2315 ext 211 or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice) Florida Relay Service at least 48 hours proper to the meeting.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by any of the Committees or Board noticed above with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing, he or she will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he or she may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Notice has been made of these meetings to cover the Government in the Sunshine Law through publication and distributions of same.
