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All In for South Carolina’s Young Children

South Carolina First Steps works collaboratively to ensure that all children start school ready to reach their highest potential, with engaged support from parents, caregivers, and communities. All In for South Carolina’s Young Children, our 2025–30 strategic plan, is a five-year roadmap for strengthening the system of individuals and organizations supporting children from birth through age five.

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The Latest with First Steps

Calhoun County First Steps celebrates 3rd annual Roll and Read event

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Calhoun County First Steps hosted its third annual Roll and Read on Tuesday, October 21 as a celebration of literacy, movement, and community engagement for families with young children.  Nearly 250 children and families from across the county, including families participating in Parents As Teachers with Calhoun County First Steps, Early Head Start, a First Steps 4K classroom, and two elementary schools, participated in a one-mile walk and stroller/wagon roll.

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More than academics: JMBC Christian and Academic School shapes identities

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Stephanie Webster was deeply concerned when some of her students didn’t know their own names. Her time in both the public school system revealed profound gaps in academics, self-awareness, and identity development. That realization led her to leave public education and pursue her passion: supporting young learners at a foundational level.

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SC First Steps 4K Academy reignites passion for teaching young learners

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Last week, nearly 1,000 early childcare educators across South Carolina laced up their boots and set out on an adventure for the annual First Steps 4K Academy, a multi-day professional development conference hosted by South Carolina First Steps.

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Conquering fears as a new mom with Nurse-Family Partnership

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When Olivia Piene found out she was pregnant again after losing twins in 2021, she felt both joy and fear. That's when she decided to join Nurse-Family Partnership through Greenville County First Steps, which helped ease her anxiety and supported her as a first-time mom. See how Nurse-Family Partnership is helping moms like Olivia find strength and hope.

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11 November

Office Closure | Veterans Day

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South Carolina First Steps office is closed in observance of the state holiday.

27 November

Office Closure | Thanksgiving Day

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South Carolina First Steps office is closed in observance of the state holiday.

28 November

Office Closure | Day After Thanksgiving

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South Carolina First Steps office is closed in observance of the state holiday.

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Wherever you are in South Carolina, there's a local partnership nearby. Contact your local partnership to find out how we can help you and your family get connected to the resources you need.