Robeson County Partnership for Children

10/15/2026

RCPC staff is wearing purple today to spread awareness for domestic violence.
Thank you Southeastern Family Violence Center for inviting us to be apart of the awareness effort and supporting survivors of domestic violence.
Together, we can raise awareness, offer hope, and create safer, stronger communities for everyone. 💪💜

10/08/2026

Welcome back to our Seeds4Success Play & Learn Groups!
We are so excited to kick off another year of learning, playing, and growing together!
We’re thrilled to share that all of our weekly Play & Learn Groups are completely FULL for every session! We have welcomed some wonderful new families this year, and we can’t wait to see all the fun, learning, and connections this year will bring.
If you were hoping to join one of our weekly groups but weren’t able to get a spot due to capacity, we have another way for you to join in on the fun!
Our monthly FUN SHOPS at the Resource Lending Library are open to families and classes and are filled with music, crafts, story time, hands-on activities, and lots of opportunities to learn and play together!
Want to learn more about upcoming FUN SHOPS? Be sure to follow our Robeson County Smart Start Resource Center page for dates, details, and registration information!
We can’t wait to play and learn with you!

10/06/2026

The end of September was a busy one for us at the Robeson County Partnership for Children!
Our annual Strides for a Smart Start looked a little different this year, but it was still a major success — even with the weather!
Smart Start September is a time to celebrate what it means to give every child a Smart Start, and an important part of that is health and wellness.
Strides for a Smart Start gives us an opportunity to put that into action! We invited our Seeds 4 Success families and NC Pre-K classrooms to join us at the park to get outside, move our bodies, and have fun together.
We are so thankful to everyone who came out and helped us make this year's Strides for a Smart Start a success!
Because healthy children are ready to learn, grow, and thrive — and a Smart Start matters!

10/06/2026

September may be over, but the impact of Smart Start continues all year long.
We want to take a moment to say THANK YOU to the communities, businesses, organizations, schools, families, community leaders, and friends who helped us celebrate Smart Start September and, more importantly, continue to support the work of the Robeson County Partnership for Children and Smart Start.
A big shout out to the City of Lumberton, Town of Fairmont, Maxton, and Rowland for supporting our Smart Start Month Proclamation!
Thank you for showing up.
Thank you for sharing our message.
Thank you for investing in our children and families.
And thank you for believing in the work happening right here in Robeson County.
A Smart Start Matters — to us all. 💚

10/06/2026

The Basics are five simple, science-based ways to help your child learn and grow through everyday moments. Small things you already do — talking, singing, reading, counting, and playing — make a big difference.

Before kindergarten, 90% of brain development happens, making the early years especially important. Just a few simple things each day can help your child learn and grow.

Learn more about the Basics NC: www.smartstart.org/featured-initiatives/the-basics-families/

09/30/2026

It's still not too late! Ask us about openings! 🍎

⭐️ Interested in FREE, high-quality childcare? ⭐️

👀 Look no further! Many Robeson County NC Pre-K sites are still accepting applications! 🎉

🏫 Heard your preferred site is full? No problem! You can apply to the waitlist or give another one of our NC Pre-K sites a chance. 💛

📝 Ready to apply? Simply scan the QR code below or click the link here: https://www.robesonpartnership.org/nc-pre-k-2/

📂 Use the weekend to gather your supporting documents, then apply on Monday! Our NC Pre-K team will be ready and waiting to help you through the process. 😊

❓ Have questions? Give us a call at 910.738.6767 or reach us through email:

Diana Strickland – NC Pre-K Associate
📩 [email protected]

Nicole Brown – Program Associate
📩 [email protected]

⏩️ Don’t wait! Apply today and give your child the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive all year long! 💛

09/24/2026

Tomorrow September 25th is GIVE LIKE DOLLY DAY!
What if one simple gift could put a book in the hands of a child every single month?
Robeson County Partnership for Children partners with River United Way, to help bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to the children of Robeson County!
Dolly’s vision is simple: every child deserves the opportunity to grow up surrounded by books. And here in Robeson County, our community can help make that vision a reality.
On Give Like Dolly Day, we’re asking our community to give the gift of reading.
Your donation to Lumber River United Way helps support Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and provides FREE, high-quality, age-appropriate books to children from birth through age 5 right here in Robeson County.
Are you ready to Give Like Dolly? Click the link to support Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library through Lumber River United Way and help put more books into the hands of Robeson County’s youngest readers! Be sure to select Dolly Parton's Imagination Library on the form.
https://lumberriveruw.org/how-to-help/donate.html
A love of reading can start with just one book. 📖

09/23/2026

The Smart Start Network supports childcare providers and families in encouraging active play and exercise. Here are some healthy fun ways to get kids moving outside.
As an example, at Robeson County Partnership for Children, staff work with local childcare centers to increase knowledge about healthy physical activities.
Learn more about our work in Robeson County at, https://www.robesonpartnership.org/

09/21/2026

Smart Start Month continues as we focus on the health and wellness of families, children, and our community.
When it comes to young children, being prepared matters. ❤️
In early childhood, health and safety training can make all the difference. That’s why we provide childcare professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to respond confidently when it matters most.
From CPR and First Aid to Infant & Toddler Safe Sleep (ITS-SIDS) and other essential trainings, we help childcare providers create environments where children can learn, grow, and thrive safely.
Keeping children healthy and safe starts with prepared, knowledgeable, and confident caregivers.
Health & Wellness Matters.
A Smart Start Matters.
Caregivers can find more about our trainings on our website, visit the link below.
https://www.robesonpartnership.org/trainings/