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Program for children ages 3-5 who are potty-trained. Children spend time connecting with and learning about our local natural environment as well as getting used to group dynamics and following instructions.
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Preschool
Childcare
Recreation
Children
A comprehensive preschool program for children ages 3 to 5 from income eligible families. This program provides children and families with information and access to child health and development, nutrition, behavioral health, family goal setting and resources.
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Head Start
Preschool
Children
Families
Education
An after school program that connects kids with the outdoors through exploration, play, art, and nature activities. Available for grades K-5.
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Recreation
Afterschool Care
Children
In partnership with area schools, this service provides summer school programs for Migrant and Latine youth that combine bilingual academic instruction with outdoor experiences. These summer programs allow Vamos to help families that move temporarily to the area to work in agriculture by providing a space for their children to engage in meaningful activities and enjoy their temporary home while their parents are at work. Children are enrolled based on where they live and what school they attend, with priority given to participants that are multilingual and whose dominant language is Spanish.
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Childcare
Latino
Immigrants
Day Camp
Recreation
GRADS (Graduation, Reality, And Dual-role Skills) is a program for pregnant and parenting students that provides the academic and childcare support necessary to stay in high school and graduate. Available at no cost to parents under age 21 who live in Whatcom County.
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Education
Families
Pregnant
Teens
Students
Childcare
Parenting Education
Children
A screening to identify any factors that may interfere with a child’s learning, growth and development. The screening is also provided to help parents identify their child’s strengths and weaknesses and provide home suggestions and/or further evaluation if needed in any area of concern. Any child, birth to five, whose family or care givers would like more information about their child’s development can contact their local school district to receive a free Child Find Screening.
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Preschool
Developmental Disability
Understand Disability
Learning Disability
Children
Disability Screening
Disability
During the school year, K-6 students can participate in a variety of activities that cover five different aspects (Academics, Enrichment, Culture, Power Up Fitness, and Project Based Learning). Tutoring is also available to grades 7-12.
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Education
Afterschool Care
Children
Teens
Provides short-term emergency assistance to help families pay for high-quality child care in a licensed child care center or licensed family home.
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Childcare
Families
Children
Help Pay for Childcare
Washington State's licensed child care status and record data base. Search providers and find out background check statuses, licensing history, monitoring reports and more.
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Families
Help Find Childcare
Children
Care
Childcare
Daytime Care
A public preschool program that includes Head Start, Co-Op Preschool, and Child Find Screenings.
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Preschool
Children
Education
The preschool program provides a developmentally appropriate curriculum for children ages 3 - 5 years old. The Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) is a state-funded, free preschool program for qualifying children and families.
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Education
Preschool
Children
With no cost for families that qualify, Opportunity Council offers preschool services throughout Whatcom County for children between the ages of 3 and 5.
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Preschool
Families
Children
Education
Head Start
Use the online search tool or call the Family Center for help finding high-quality, licensed child care near you.
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Families
Children
Care
Childcare
Help Find Childcare
A screening to identify any factors that may interfere with a child’s learning, growth and development. The screening is also provided to help parents identify their child’s strengths and weaknesses and provide home suggestions and/or further evaluation if needed in any area of concern. Any child, birth to five, whose family or care givers would like more information about their child’s development can contact their local school district to receive a free Child Find Screening.
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Disability
Children
Disability Screening
Preschool
Developmental Disability
Understand Disability
Learning Disability
Local youth development clubs to grow physical, mental, and emotional health. Clubs participate in a wide variety of activities, often focused on nature, farming, science, and culture.
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Children
Recreation
Afterschool Care
A free, full day, five days a week, transitional kindergarten program for children who are at least 4-years old by August 31st. Students must reside within Lynden Schools enrollment boundaries and enter based on need and/or ability such as financial, academic and social-emotional needs, and cannot be currently enrolled in another early learning program.
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Preschool
Children
Education
Developmentally appropriate opportunities for three and four year olds who have been identified as having developmental delays and/or disabilities. Children learn and practice skills in all areas through large and small group participation, activity centers, and child-directed play.
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Education
Preschool
Developmental Disability
Disability
Learning Disability
Children
Provides families with information and referrals to licensed child care facilities and supports child care providers through coaching, technical assistance, behavioral consultation, and professional development opportunities.
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Help Find Childcare
Daytime Care
Childcare
Children
A screening to identify any factors that may interfere with a child’s learning, growth and development. The screening is also provided to help parents identify their child’s strengths and weaknesses and provide home suggestions and/or further evaluation if needed in any area of concern. Any child, birth to five, whose family or care givers would like more information about their child’s development can contact their local school district to receive a free Child Find Screening.
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Preschool
Children
Developmental Disability
Understand Disability
Learning Disability
Disability
Disability Screening
Before and after school "clubhouse" programs for grades K-12 impact kids positively through academic success, good citizenship, healthy lifestyles, and athletic programs. Athletic programming varies by location.
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Afterschool Care
Help Find Childcare
Teens
Education
Children
Childcare
A free transitional kindergarten for students who are not in an early learning program and are scheduled to begin kindergarten the following school year. The district must prioritize families with the lowest incomes and children most in need of additional preparation to be successful in kindergarten. Students must be 4 years old prior to August 31 to be eligible for the current school year.
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Preschool
Children
Education
A variety of outdoor and academic programs that operate seasonally throughout the year. Activities include biking, climbing, swimming, hiking, snowboarding, and kayaking when seasonally appropriate. All programs are free of charge and priority is given to Latine, Migrant, Multilingual, Newcomer and low income families. Visit website to view current activities and sign up.
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Childcare
Recreation
Latino
A special Head Start program serving infants, toddlers, and pregnant parents in Whatcom County. Services include prenatal education, health and nutrition services, family development support, and home visits focusing on child development and quality early education. This program is for income eligible families.
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Home Visiting
Parents
Parenting Education
Early Childhood Intervention
Children
Head Start
Families
Education
Families with young children who are experiencing homelessness can get help finding child care at no cost to them for up to 12 months. Child care offers young children experiencing homelessness a safe place to play and learn, healthy food and a chance to make friends.
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Help Find Childcare
Childcare
Help Pay for Childcare
Care
Children
Families
A free, early entrance kindergarten experience for children who are scheduled to enter kindergarten the following year. To be eligible, children must turn four by August 31; demonstrate academic, language, or social need; and cannot be currently enrolled in another early learning program.