FAMILY RESOURCES

Families are their child's first teachers and best advocates.

TRAINING & WORKSHOPS

3/18/25, 10:30am: Ages & Stages Playtime: Creative Expression Through the Arts

Caregivers with children from birth to age 5 are invited to drop in for a pop-up playtime and do a quick developmental check in of their child with Early Intervention Specialists from the Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach.

https://wpbcitylibrary.libcal.com/event/13787604
3/18/25, 6:30pm: Virtual Parent Workshop- Early Signs of Autism and Tips to Use at Home
This session will explore the early signs of autism in young children including strategies to support in the home and community. The training will include the red flags for autism and parent tips.

REGISTER HERE

Learning Objectives:
- Autism definition, diagnosis, and prevalence.
- Review the importance of early identification and intervention in autism.
- Review red flags for autism.
- Review strategies parents could use in the home and community.
3/19/25, 1pm: Early Childhood & Afterschool Job Fair

The Early Childhood and K-12 Department, in collaboration with the Afterschool and Early Childhood Business partnerships, will host a Job Fair on March 19, 2025, at the Lake Worth Campus. This event will provide a fantastic opportunity for students and the community to explore career opportunities and gain valuable insights into the Out-of-School and Early Childhood field!

https://www.facebook.com/PBSCIEECE/photos/save-the-date-early-childhood-and-afterschool-job-fairthe-early-childhood-and-k-/1150020627133777/
4/13-4/18, 2025: Children's Week Florida

Children’s Week Florida™ is the largest event held in the state that celebrates and honors its commitment to children, youth, and advocates. What began as a single-day grassroots event is now a year-round initiative that strengthens Florida’s families and communities.

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Celebration of the Hands Toolkit & Template

ONGOING TRAINING

Play & Learn Groups

Play & Learn Groups will take place every Tuesday, 11am, at the Palm Springs office, and every Wednesday, 11am, at the Port Center office. During these group meetings, children will learn through play, get to practice being with their peers, and spend quality time
with their caregivers. All children five years and under are welcome!

Palm Springs: Tuesdays at 11am
Port Center: Wednesdays at 11am
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

The Palm Beach County Youth Services Department Education & Training Center is now offering free Parent-Child Interaction Therapy. Caregivers with children between the ages of 2-8 may be eligible.

More Information

My Reading Academy Boosts Learning Gains and

Kindergarten Readiness for Pre-K Students Across Palm Beach County

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Age of Learning Homepage

RESOURCES & EVENTS

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Children's Developmental Awareness Month
The March 2025 Awareness Campaign is "Learn the Signs and Act Early." This initiative is designed to empower you with the tools and knowledge to monitor and celebrate your child's development from birth to five years old. Every milestone—from how they play and learn to the way they speak, act, and move—is a vital part of their growth.

Why This Matters
The early years fly by, filled with precious moments and developmental milestones. Tracking these achievements allows you to celebrate your child's progress and quickly address any early signs of concern, ensuring they receive the support they need during this critical period.

We have gathered a comprehensive suite of resources to assist you in this journey:
Parent-Approved Digital Games For Your Child
Time to play — and learn!

As families and friends come together to celebrate winter holidays, there are many different ways to spend time playing and learning with the children in your life. From interactive family games and science experiments, to printables and holiday playlists, our collection of free resources will keep your children joyfully learning, all season long!
Taxes Filed Free - United Way

The Taxes Filed Free Campaign provides free, confidential, and secure preparation and e-filing of tax returns to qualified taxpayers. To qualify, taxpayer’s income must have been $76,000 or less in 2024. Taxpayer’s may be eligible for up to $7,830 in Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC).

Taxes Filed Free gives you two options to choose from to e-file your tax return. All options are supported by IRS-Certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteers. All VITA sites accommodate individuals with a disability. The VITA sites are grouped by region of the county and listed alphabetically by city.

Filed For You – Face-to-face tax preparation provided at several county VITA sites, no appointment required. For more information and/or to find a nearest location visit www.TaxesFiledFree.org or call 211.

Filed Yourself – Visit www.MyFreeTaxes.com and file your own tax return. It’s simple, fast, and secure. If you have a tax or software related question, you can submit a question by email, webchat, or call the helpline for support.
National Nutrition Month and Hunger Assistance
National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign established in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.

This year's theme is "Food Connects Us." Food is a connecting factor for many of us. Food connects us to our cultures, our families and our friends. Sharing a meal is an opportunity to learn about its preparation, who made it and where the ingredients were sourced. Health, memories, traditions, seasons and access can all impact our relationship with food. While these factors influence the foods we eat, the foods we eat also affect our health.

Learn More

If your family needs support with food in Palm Beach County, please visit:
- https://unitedwaypbc.org/get-help/hunger-assistance
- https://www.pbcfoodbank.org/