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2020 Census Q&A: How an accurate count impacts early education resources
We interviewed Jon Artz, Program Officer at South Carolina First Steps, about his experience as a 2020 Census taker, and the importance of making sure individuals are counted — especially young children. What is your current position with South Carolina First Steps?I am a Program Officer at South Carolina First Steps and I’ve been there…
Read MoreCoronavirus Resources
South Carolina First Steps continues to monitor information and updates from the Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Office of the Governor about COVID-19. This page contains resources relevant to our state’s providers of child care and early childhood services. Resources for parents and…
Read MoreCensus 2020: Let’s Count All Kids
It has never been easier to respond to the census.
Read MoreDavid Morley: Our Economy Needs Child Care, Our State Needs Early Education
David Morley is chairman of the board of South Carolina First Steps. The following commentary was originally published as an op-ed in The Post and Courier on June 5, 2020. Sunday’s editorial warning that the pandemic could “kill top reforms” raised important concerns about the future of education in South Carolina. But there’s a crucial…
Read MoreFirst Steps Grant to Expand Child Care Access in Spartanburg
South Carolina First Steps awarded the state funds competitively based on the community’s plans to renovate an underutilized, city-owned building and establish First Steps 4K program serving children from the Highland community and surrounding areas.
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