First Things First Porter County is proud to announce the launch of the Birth 2 School Initiative, a new community effort focused on supporting our youngest residents and the caregivers who guide them every day.
Birth to School programming builds relationships between families and school systems before kindergarten to create trust, connection, and shared responsibility for early learning. These approaches often include play-based learning, parent education, individual consultation, and links to community resources, delivered by early childhood professionals and trusted messengers.
Families participating in the initiative can look forward to:
Supportive Connections — Opportunities to meet other local families and early childhood professionals in relaxed, informal settings.
Practical Tools — Simple and realistic resources to help caregivers understand and track each child’s unique developmental journey.
Inclusive Activities — Programs to foster academic readiness for kindergarten, designed to welcome all family structures.
The Birth 2 School Initiative will also offer upcoming family engagement events with community partners, resource guides, and collaborative programs with local organizations focused on preparing children for success in kindergarten and beyond.
First Things First Porter County is committed to building a stronger future by investing in children during their earliest years and creating meaningful partnerships with families throughout the community.
For more information and updates on upcoming events, families are encouraged to follow First Things First Porter County through community communications and social media channels.
About First Things First Porter County
First Things First Porter County is dedicated to supporting children, families, and early learning opportunities throughout Porter County by connecting families with resources, education, and community partnerships that help every child thrive.
First Things First Porter County | 1401 Calumet Ave | Valparaiso, IN 46383 US