Darlington County First Steps

09/17/2026

Partnership in action! ✨ Thank you to Darlington County Community Action Agency - Head Start/Early Head Start for being intentional partners and inviting us to the parent meetings! We had the wonderful opportunity to engage and inform parents about our Parents as Teachers program, an evidenced based home visiting program that supports school readiness.

Additionally, we were able to connect them with our certified Community Health Worker, Ritha Ponds, who works with individuals who are uninsured or underinsured to ensure they have the care they deserve.

We look forward to more opportunities to serve Head Start families! 🎉

08/24/2026

We're hiring! Visit www.darlingtoncountyfirststeps.org/jobs to learn more about the Parent Educator/Home Visitor position!

08/24/2026

📣First Steps 4K Eligibility is Expanded!

Families with children who will be 4 on or before September 1, 2026, with family income(s) below 300% FPL are now eligible for participation in First Steps 4K. For example, a family of 4 making $99,000 or less annually now qualifies. First Steps 4K provides high-quality, FREE preschool in private childcare, charter schools, and private schools. Check out www.Free4KSC.org for open slots near you!

Parents who qualify under expanded eligibility (between 185% and 300% federal poverty level) do NOT qualify for 4K+ Sibling Scholarships.

08/07/2026

Will you be there tomorrow? We will! Join the fun at Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center. There will be food, games, information booths, and more for the entire family to enjoy. See you there‼️

07/28/2026

From a baby's very first smile to their first book and first words, every moment is a learning opportunity.

Our Parents as Teachers (PAT) program empowers families with the knowledge, encouragement, and resources to help children reach important developmental milestones through personalized home visits, developmental screenings, and fun learning activities. Learn more: https://www.darlingtoncountyfirststeps.org/parents-as-teachers

07/08/2026

A landmark five-year study by Child Trends found that SC First Steps' Parents as Teachers home visiting program reduces child maltreatment, boosts kindergarten readiness, and strengthens parenting skills, especially for families enrolled longer. This Children's Awareness Month, we're proud to share what happens when we invest in families from the very beginning. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4baEJxR

07/08/2026

07/06/2026

Have you registered yet?!

📢SAVE THE DATES! Cafes are coming to the City of Darlington. See flyer for event details. Register here: https://bit.ly/4wY523N?r=qr

06/30/2026

06/25/2026

Did you know about this FREE Men's Group Therapy opportunity? You can join in person or virtually! To participate this Saturday, register here: https://forms.gle/2pcqZjpE3XMH43XD7