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Literacy: The Early Years Matter

Reading logs. Computer reading software programs. Prizes. Rewards. Hooked on Phonics. Library programs. Activities. Consequences. These are a few strategies that schools use to encourage students... Continue Reading

Five Reasons to Visit Your Local Library (Besides Books)

There is a great joy in walking out of the public library with a tall stack of books, full of adventures... Continue Reading

Empty swing at a playground. Sad dramatic mood for negative themes such as bullying at school, child abuse, pedophilia, traumatic childhood or kidnap. Seesaw in the background. Old retro vintage feel.

Mass shootings and early childhood trauma share a common thread

A recent LA Times article states, “First, the vast majority of mass shooters in our study experienced early childhood trauma and... Continue Reading

Fayetteville Area Educator Receives International Award

Kindermusik Educator, Kerri Hurley Receives International Award FAYETTEVILLE, NC – Partnership for Children of Cumberland County, Inc. is proud to announce... Continue Reading

Information Session for Early Care Professionals

Partnership for Children of Cumberland County Hosts Information Session for Early Care Professionals FAYETTEVILLE, NC – Partnership for Children of Cumberland... Continue Reading

Celebrating 25 Years!

It’s our Birthday! The Partnership for Children of Cumberland County is celebrating 25 years with an open house. Please join us... Continue Reading

School Attendance Awareness is habit forming! Preschoolers seated on a rug, raising their hands.

School Attendance Awareness Month

September is School Attendance Awareness Month! Regular attendance in the early grades boosts children’s learning, achievement and motivation. Attendance is so... Continue Reading

Office table with Women's View Magazine open to PFC article about Kindergarten Readiness. Also picuted notepad, computer and coffee cup. View from above.

Preparing Children for Kindergarten

Preparing Children for Kindergarten We all want to make sure the children in our lives are happy, healthy and ready to... Continue Reading

Community Child Abuse Plan Credited for Implementation of Program

Community Child Abuse Plan Credited for Implementation of Parenting Program In a Media Release from Cumberland County Department of Public Health... Continue Reading

Walking to kindergarten

Kindergarten Readiness

Seven Questions to our Kindergarten Readiness Experts 1) What is kindergarten readiness? Kindergarten readiness is the ability for a child to... Continue Reading