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Bradenton, FL 34205
941.757.2900 Phone
941.757.2915 Fax
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ELIS - Parent Information
Coming in Spring of 2013, the Early Learning Information System (ELIS) will be a centralized technology system supporting 31 early learning coalitions as they manage and administer early learning and child care programs assisting working parents and children in their communities.
A portal will be coming for parents to log in to and manage their own information and other functions. Visit the official ELIS website at Florida's Office of Early Learning or see below for newsletters.
Useful Links
VPK Parent Rights and Responsibilities
VPK Child Application (AWI VPK-01)
Provider Survey for ASQ Services
POP BiWeekly Staff Observation Log
POP Staff Assessment Meeting Form
POP Staff Development Activities
POP Staff Development Training
2013-2014 School Readiness Contract
2013-2014 SR Provider Application Packet
(Application is necessary to complete with the School Readiness contract)
Useful Links
ACCESS Florida - Food Assistance, Temporary Cash Assistance, and Medicaid
211 Manasota - Services finder for Manatee County
Florida Central Directory - Statewide information for children with special health needs or at risk for developmental delays
Mercurian - care management for children with special needs
Useful Links
ACCESS Florida - Food Assistance, Temporary Cash Assistance, and Medicaid
211 Manasota - Services finder for Manatee County
Florida Central Directory - Statewide information for children with special health needs or at risk for developmental delays
Mercurian - care management for children with special needs
Useful Links
VPK Parent Rights and Responsibilities
VPK Child Application (AWI VPK-01)
Provider Survey for ASQ Services
Informed Parental Consent for Delayed Enrollment (AWI VPK-04)
Good Cause Exemption Application (OEL VPK-05B)
2013-2014 School Readiness Contract
2013-2014 SR Provider Application Packet
(Application is necessary to complete with the School Readiness contract)
Useful Links
ACCESS Florida - Food Assistance, Temporary Cash Assistance, and Medicaid
211 Manasota - Services finder for Manatee County
Florida Central Directory - Statewide information for children with special health needs or at risk for developmental delays
Mercurian - care management for children with special needs
Useful Links
State of Florida Administrative Code - Voluntary Prekindergarten Program defined in rule (60BB-8)
State of Florida Administrative Code - School Readiness Program defined in rule (60BB-4)
Contract Monitoring Forms Used By ELC-Manatee
Provider Contract Monitoring - School Readiness
Health and Safety Monitoring Forms Used By ELC-Manatee
Health and Safety Monitoring - Center
Health and Safety Monitoring - Informal Home
Sign In and Out Requirements for Providers
Sign In and Out Reference Guide
Useful Links
Provider Payment Rate Schedule (School Readiness programs)
Useful Links
TRANSCRIPT LINKS
View Your Transcript (TMS)
Form for DOE Updates to Transcript
Form for DCF Updates to Transcript
VPK Director Endorsement Online Course Information
VPK Director Endorsement Application
VPK Instructor Credential Requirements
School Year Instructor Qualifications - page 12
Summer Instructor Qualifications - page 13
Useful Links
Useful Links
Health and Safety Checklist - Child Care Centers
Health and Safety Checklist - Registered and Informal Homes
Useful Links
Detecting Signs of Autism Early
Detect early signs of autism. Site sponsored by Centers for Disease Control
Family Network on Disabilities of Florida
Gives links to advocacy groups by county and includes other information.
Partnerships for Inclusion
Diversity in Children's Lives list
Do 2 Learn
Free areas and products for learning
Circle of Inclusion
Provides links to information on inclusion.
Benefits for Children With Disabilities
A booklet written for the parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and adults disabled since childhood, listing possible Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
Visit: http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10026.html
Commonly asked questions about child care centers
Visit http://ada.gov/childq&a.htm
Florida Directory of Early Childhood Services
Excellent resource for families with children who have disabilities or special health care needs.
Visit: http://www.centraldirectory.org
Department of Children and Families Child Care Training Information Center
This site offers a search of childcare providers, training resources and licensing information.
Visit: www.dcf.state.fl.us/childcare
Florida Children's Forum
The Forum is a private, not-for profit organization committed to enhancing and improving the quality, affordability and availability of child care and early education through an array of programs, services and publications.
Visit: www.fcforum.org
Early Steps
Early Steps serves Florida's infants and toddlers’ birth to 36 months with a developmental delay or a condition that places them at risk for developmental delay. Sixteen contracted local Early Steps across the state coordinate with community agencies and other contracted providers for the delivery of needed supports and services.
Visit: http://www.cms-kids.com/EarlyStepsHome.htm
Family Network on Disabilities of Manatee/Sarasota
Local organization that assists families of children with disabilities and special needs.
Mercurian - care management for children with special needs
Useful Links
Official State of Florida VPK Website
VPK Child Application (AWI VPK-01)
State of Florida VPK Program Brochure
How to Register for VPK classes through DOE (VPK Education Standards, Integrating the Standards, Emergent Literacy for the VPK Classroom )
Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) Renewal Application
VPK Director Endorsement Online Course Information
VPK Director Endorsement Application
VPK Instructor Credential Requirements
School Year Instructor Qualifications - page 12
Summer Instructor Qualifications - page 13
2010-2011 VPK Rules Update Guide
What's New in VPK - March 2010
Readiness Rates of Local VPK Providers
VPK Program Monitoring Policies and Procedures
State of Florida Administrative Code - Voluntary Prekindergarten Program defined in rule (60BB-8)
VPK Education Guide: Rules Update Guide
Legislative Overview (updated 6/30/11)
VPK Conference Call Notes (6-29-11)
VPK Enrollment Instructions for Parents
Sign In and Out Requirements for Providers
Useful Links
List of Approved Curriculums for School Readiness Programs
Guiding Principles for Curriculum
School Readiness Provider Qualification Process
School Readiness Contract Termination Policy
State of Florida Administrative Code - School Readiness Program defined in rule (60BB-4)
State of Florida School Readiness Website
State of Florida School Readiness Program Brochure
Useful Links
Detecting Signs of Autism Early
Detect early signs of autism. Site sponsored by Centers for Disease Control
Family Network on Disabilities of Florida
Gives links to advocacy groups by county and includes other information.
Partnerships for Inclusion
Diversity in Children's Lives list
Do 2 Learn
Free areas and products for learning
Circle of Inclusion
Provides links to information on inclusion.
Benefits for Children With Disabilities
A booklet written for the parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and adults disabled since childhood, listing possible Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
Visit: http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10026.html
Commonly asked questions about child care centers
Visit http://ada.gov/childq&a.htm
Florida Directory of Early Childhood Services
Excellent resource for families with children who have disabilities or special health care needs.
Visit: http://www.centraldirectory.org
Department of Children and Families Child Care Training Information Center
This site offers a search of childcare providers, training resources and licensing information.
Visit: www.dcf.state.fl.us/childcare
Florida Children's Forum
The Forum is a private, not-for profit organization committed to enhancing and improving the quality, affordability and availability of child care and early education through an array of programs, services and publications.
Visit: www.fcforum.org
Early Steps
Early Steps serves Florida's infants and toddlers’ birth to 36 months with a developmental delay or a condition that places them at risk for developmental delay. Sixteen contracted local Early Steps across the state coordinate with community agencies and other contracted providers for the delivery of needed supports and services.
Visit: http://www.cms-kids.com/EarlyStepsHome.htm
Family Network on Disabilities of Manatee/Sarasota
Local organization that assists families of children with disabilities and special needs.
Mercurian - care management for children with special needs
Useful Links
State of Florida Child Care Resource and Referral Website
Useful Links
List of Approved Curriculums for School Readiness Programs
Guiding Principles for Curriculum
State of Florida Administrative Code - School Readiness Program defined in rule (60BB-4)
Useful Links
Manatee County Local Government
Florida House of Representatives
Elected Officials Affecting Manatee County
Current legislative bills concerning child care
Legislative Overview (updated 6/30/11)
Useful Links
Official State of Florida VPK Website
VPK Parent Rights and Responsibilities
VPK Child Application (AWI VPK-01)
State of Florida VPK Program Brochure
Readiness Rates of Local VPK Providers
VPK Enrollment Instructions for Parents
VPK Frequently Asked Questions
