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Weekly home-visiting program for income-eligible pregnant women and young children ages 0-5
Family literacy program which combines Adult Education with Early Childhood Education. Child care and transportation support is provided.
Daytime and evening programming for adults who need to brush up on basic skills, obtain a High School Diploma or GED, or who need assistance with learning English.
Support for SCSD students (Pre-K and higher) who lack fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence to ensure equal access to free public education.
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Contact: Lynn Payton
- payton@scsdoh.org
- (937) 505-4344
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Early Childhood Development Programs
- Head Start (Miami Valley Child Development Centers, Inc.)Serving Clark, Madison and Montgomery County families at or below 100% of the Federal Government Poverty Guidelines, the MVCDC Head Start agency provides early childhood education for kids age 6 weeks to 5 years, plus additional support for parents and families.
- SPARK – Supporting Partnerships to Assure Ready Kids (WellSpring)The SPARK program is free for children in Springfield, Ohio city limits who are 4 years of age the year prior to starting kindergarten. Enrolled families will receive one monthly visit by a SPARK Parent Partner who provides free books, activities, and educational materials to help children get ready for kindergarten.
Support for Parents & Families
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 for free, confidential support 24/7. - The Anxious Generation
The Anxious Generation empowers teens, parents, and educators to reduce anxiety by promoting independence, free play, and real-world engagement for children and adolescents. - Clark County Department of Job & Family Services (CCDJFS)
CCDJFS offers comprehensive resources for employment assistance, financial aid, child support, and more to help improve the well-being of the community. - Find Child Care (4C for Children)
Search for quality child care and preschool programs in your community. - Help Me Grow (Ohio Department of Health)
Ohio's evidence-based parent support program offering early prenatal and well-baby care, as well as parenting education. - Virtual Support Group: Family Matters (4C for Children)This virtual session is open to any adult who fills a parenting role in the life of children. Join every 4th Thursday of the month from 7-8pm.
Additional Resources for Parents
Early Childhood Development Resources
- Early Childhood Literacy Tip Sheet
Start your little one on their reading journey with these tips for kids from birth to age 4. - Zero to Three
Learn about early childhood development with resources and tips for parents of infants and toddlers.
General Resources
- Common Sense Media
Discover reviews and recommendations for media and technology use by kids and families, along with parenting tips. - PBS Parents
Provides educational resources, parenting tips, and activities for school-age children.
Get Involved
Volunteer Opportunities
- Habitat for HumanityAges 14 and up; volunteers must register.
Contact: Krissy Day
• kday@daytonhabitat.org
• (937) 965-7679
Community Involvement
- Clark County Partners in Prevention Coalition MeetingsEvery 2nd Friday of the month.
Contact: Amanda Kot
• akot@clarkcountypip.org
• (330) 607-4936 - Great American CleanupAll ages; participants must register.
Program runs from March 20-June 20.
Contact: Bonnie Martens
• bmartens@clarkcountyohio.gov
• (937) 521-2020
This LibGuide was created by Clark County Public Library in collaboration with the Youth Empowerment Taskforce (YET).