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South Carolina First Steps hosted a special luncheon on Wednesday, August 27 to honor fifteen SC First Steps 4K directors who recently earned the Aim4Excellence National Director Credential, a prestigious professional development certification awarded through the McCormick Center for Early Childhood Leadership.

In today’s digital age, screens are everywhere. While technology can provide valuable educational tools, Lorena Agustin realized it was replacing something truly meaningful: reading together. That’s why she joined Motheread/Fatheread—to turn a new page in her daughter's life.

Born prematurely, Corey faced steep odds. Doctors warned his mother, Daquisha Downing, that his low birth weight could lead to developmental delays, impacting social-emotional development and academic abilities. Determined to give him every possible advantage, she enrolled him in Early Head Start.

Kindergarten is a big milestone, and being ready can set the stage for long-term success. Countdown to Kindergarten teacher Crystal Stevens discusses how the program brings teachers, children, and parents together in the learning process.

As the new school year begins, South Carolina First Steps is reminding families that regular attendance in preschool is one of the most important ways to support their child’s early learning and long-term success.

Kindergarten is a big milestone, and being ready can set the stage for long-term success. Countdown to Kindergarten teacher Stephanie Jones discusses how the program brings teachers, children, and parents together in the learning process.  

When Barbara Kennedy experienced postpartum depression, she found support through Parents as Teachers, gaining the resources and encouragement she needed to be the best example for her daughter. 

South Carolina First Steps has received a $2.25 million grant from The Leon Levine Foundation to pilot a new approach to ensure more children start school ready to learn.

It is hard to believe that less than two years ago, Kayla and Anthony Randolph faced homelessness. In the early months of her pregnancy, fearing they would lose their daughter, Kayla reached out to Kershaw County First Steps to support their journey towards stability.