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Early Learning Coalition of Lake County

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Changing the future one child at a time. www.elclc.org ~ https://twitter.com/ELCLake
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The Early Learning Coalition of Lake County, funded in part by Florida's Office of Early Learning, has oversight over all state supported school readiness programs in Lake County including the Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) program. Administration of the programs covers funding, monitoring, contract management and service provisioning. The objectives of early learning programs are to serve as preventative measures for children at risk of future school failure and to enhance children's chances of academic success as they enter and progress through school. The programs are intended to be developmentally appropriate and research based; to enhance educational readiness of children, to support family education and to provide a resource and referral network that assists parents in making an informed choice of child care providers.

10/05/2026

Free Outings for Little Ones around Lake County!

takethe.kids is a free site that lists kids' and family events around Leesburg and Lake County, updated every day, from baby storytimes to festivals in the park. Nothing to sign up for:

08/15/2026

What an incredible week!

We were so happy to host Commissioner Dr. Henry Mack and his team, as well as Senator Truenow and his staff, for a tour. Seeing our early learning community come together to showcase the impact of quality early education was truly inspiring.

A special thank you to First Academy Preschool and Rimes Early Learning and Literacy Center for the beautiful welcome signs, and to Browns Early Learning Academy North for graciously hosting the visit.

We are especially grateful that the Early Learning Coalition was included in Commissioner Mack's "Kicks Off the 2026-27 School Year: Visiting Education Providers from Early Learning to Career Readiness" tour. The visit underscored the vital role early learning providers play in preparing children for future success and creating a strong educational foundation that lasts a lifetime.

Together, we are building brighter futures for our children, families, and community. 🌟

08/10/2026

Today is a BIG day for our youngest learners as children across Lake County begin another exciting year of learning, growing, and discovering!

To all of our VPK children—today is the beginning of a wonderful adventure. May your school year be filled with new friends, big smiles, curious questions, and countless moments of learning through play!

To our amazing VPK teachers and child care providers—thank you for creating safe, nurturing environments where children can learn, explore, and build the skills they need for kindergarten and beyond. Your work makes a lasting difference!

And to our families—thank you for partnering with us and your child’s early learning provider. Your encouragement and support help make every child’s journey a little brighter.

Here’s to a fantastic 2026–2027 school year! 🌟✏️📚

05/27/2026

From sweet VPK days at Kiddie Castle to walking the stage as a Tavares High School graduate — what an incredible journey it has been! 💙

Jaron has always followed her passions, from raising rabbits in FFA during elementary school to dedicating 3 years to the high school band percussion section 🥁. Along the way, she made memories that will last a lifetime.

When she’s not making music, Jaron enjoys spending time with horses and relaxing at the lake — her happy places 🐎🌊.

Next up, Jaron plans to attend Lake Tech to pursue a career in law enforcement, with the goal of becoming a K9 officer 🐕‍🦺 — and we couldn’t be more proud of her ambition and determination!

Congratulations, Jaron Mullins! Your future is bright, and this is just the beginning 🌟

05/08/2026

Today we celebrate the incredible early childhood educators and child care providers in Lake County and throughout the State of Florida!

Your work goes far beyond teaching—it’s nurturing, guiding, comforting, and believing in children during the most important years of their lives.

You create safe spaces where little minds grow, curiosity is encouraged, and confidence begins.

Your patience, dedication, and love do not go unnoticed. Families, children, and our entire community are stronger because of the care you provide every single day.

Thank you for showing up with heart, even when the work is challenging, and for being a steady, trusted presence for our youngest learners.

We are deeply grateful for all that you do—today and always. 💐

05/07/2026

Congratulations Kylin! We know you will do AMAZING things! Class of 2039

05/06/2026

2026 Lake County Providers Appreciation! Spread Kindness, Share the Fiesta! Tonight we had an awesome time celebrating some of the best early childcare providers in the Lake County!

04/11/2026

April is a time to shine a light on prevention and the power of community. 💙

Today, our team at the Early Learning Coalition of Lake County proudly recognizes Pinwheels for Prevention—a symbol of the happy, healthy childhood every child deserves. Our pinwheel garden stands as a reminder that strong families, supportive communities, and early learning opportunities all play a vital role in protecting our children.

We are grateful for our dedicated staff who work every day to support children and families across Lake County. Together, we can plant the seeds for brighter futures and ensure every child has the chance to grow, learn, and thrive.

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03/29/2026

Thank you FLAEYC and Jen Latterell for joining us today!

Address

1300 Citizens Boulevard Suite 206
Leesburg, FL
34748

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.elclc.org/

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