We know that families are a
child’s first and best teacher.
We’re here to connect you to
resources to support you on
your child’s educational journey.
Enroll Your Child
in VPK
To be eligible for Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK), a child must reside in Florida while attending a VPK program and be 4 years of age, but not 5 years of age or older, by September 1 of the program year. Open enrollment begins on January 1 each year. Parents must submit an application and child’s proof of age and Florida residency.
Learn more about VPK Enrollment at the Escambia County School District
Learn More about VPK Enrollment outside of the school district.
Free Digital Books
Call 2-1-1 for
Local Resources
WSRE
PBS KIDS
PBS KIDS
for Parents
Summer Meals for Children Under 18
Little Free
Libraries
Division of
Early Learning
Florida
Healthy Start
First Teacher
Parent Guide
Access
Florida
Age of Learning is partnering with the Florida House of Representatives to support the New Worlds Reading Initiative, which provides quality literary resources to Florida families. This partnership offers every Florida family FREE access, through Dec. 31, 2021, to a comprehensive library of digital books for children 12 and under. Sign up quickly, easily, and for free at ReadingIQ.com.
Are you looking for resources in Escambia County? 2-1-1 can help! Simply dial 2-1-1 from your phone and be connected to a live, local representative. 2-1-1 can provide information on resources related to enrolling your child in school or daycare, therapy services for children or adults, health and medical services, resources during emergencies and natural disasters, food distribution, housing, employment, counseling services, and more. 2-1-1 Northwest Florida is a program of United Way of West Florida and United Way of Northwest Florida.
Studies show that when children watch PBS KIDS shows and use PBS KIDS mobile apps and games, they have better reading, math, and phonics skills, making them better prepared for kindergarten! You can access WSRE PBS KIDS for free over-the-air on channel 23.4. Download the free PBS KIDS app to watch and play on your mobile device, too!
Visit the PBS KIDS for Parents website and learn to use the power of America’s #1 media brand for children to help your kids reach their full potential in school and in life! Help your children learn and grow with age-by-age tips and activities and sign up for the free PBS KIDS daily newsletter for activities to keep them learning at home.
Kids and teens 18 and under can receive free balanced meals all summer long while schools are closed. There is no application or income limits. Most sites offer breakfast, lunch/supper, and snacks.
Are you looking for free books for your child? Consider checking out a Little Free Library, located at the entrance of many local neighborhood churches, community centers, and elementary schools. Most Little Free Libraries offer books for all reading levels and ages.
Find a Little Free Library Near You
The Office of Early Learning provides state-level support and direction for parents, teachers, and early learning professionals.
Florida Healthy Start ensures that all Florida families have access to a continuum of affordable and quality health and related services. The Florida Association of Healthy Start Coalitions develops and supports local systems of care to optimize the health of moms, babies and families. Call 727-507-6330 or visit the link below for more information.
First Teacher: A Parent’s Guide to Growing and Learning is a guide to your child’s development and has activities for you to support your child’s learning during daily routines and play. These activities will help your child’s development and provide the building blocks for his future success in school and life.
Temporary cash assistance and food stamp information is available through DCF’s Access Florida Hotline by phone at 1-866-762-2237 (Toll-free) or online: