Smart Start of Pender County, also known as the Pender County Partnership for Children, will host the Diaper Bank of North Carolina’s Truckload of Hope diaper program for the month of February. Families who are in-need and qualify will receive FREE* diapers and books for their children. Visitors will also be able to tour our […]

Exposure to pesticides from indoor applications is linked to chronic illness and impairing brain development, and children are especially vulnerable. Join us for this training and certification workshop where you will receive more than just 2.0 DCDEE in-service training hours, but the opportunity to partner with Toxic Free NC and enhance your center’s visibility through […]

Smart Start of Pender County Request for Proposals Smart Start of Pender County seeks proposals that focus on programs related to Early Care and Education, Health Care, and/or Family Support from individuals or agencies for fiscal years 2019-2022. (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2022.) (Please note that Smart Start funding is limited to programs […]

Be prepared! Knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency is a critical part of being prepared and may make all the difference when seconds count. DCDEE Credit: 5 hours Cost: $25.00 (includes Session 1 and Session 2) Presenter: Candice Dillard Quality Consultant SSPC 6:30-9:00 pm NO LATE OR WALK-IN REGISTRATIONS Must attend […]

Learn the steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of SIDS. We will review NC Child Care Laws and Regulations regarding SIDS and Safe Sleep practices. (2 credit hours) Cost: $10.00 Presenter: Shelly Martin, Quality Program Manager, SSPC 6:30-8:30pm  

Be prepared! Knowing what to do before, during and after an emergency is a critical part of being prepared and may make all the difference when seconds count. DCDEE Credit: 5 hours Cost: $25.00 (includes Session 1 and Session 2) Presenter: Candice Dillard Quality Consultant SSPC 6:30-9:00 pm NO LATE OR WALK-IN REGISTRATIONS Must attend […]

In this session, participants will explore common misuse and incompatibility issues, discuss best practice guidelines, reasoning behind standards, and review the NC Child Passenger Safety Law. (1.5 Credit Hours) Cost: $10.00 Presenter: Julia Phelps, Health Educator SSPC 6:30-8:00 PM

Earn your CPR & First Aid certification upon completion of the class. You MUST pre-register at Smart Start of Pender County; however, payment is NOT due until the day of the training. This session is designed to meet child care requirements. SSPC 6:30-9:00 PM ($5 registration fee, Cost: $45 CASH ONLY the night of the […]

Start Safe: A Fire and Burn Safety Program. Even very young children can learn how to be safe from fire and burns. Brought to us by Safe Kids is Start Safe: Fire, a program designed to teach preschoolers and their families about fire and burn safety at home. All the Start Safe: Fire resources incorporate […]