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 […]

Save the Date for our Family Fun Night!! Smart Start of Pender County would like to invite you to our Family Fun Night. April is Child Abuse Prevention month and home to the Week of the Young Child. Help us focus on these important causes with grins and giggles. There will be activities, crafts, books and […]

The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Rule changes regarding Administrative Actions and changes in the star rated license process.  Other topics included for discussion: accessing Moodle, discipline, medication, supervision, transportation, paperwork organization and compliance letters. (2 credit hours) Cost: Free Presenter: Tammy Ross DCDEE Consultant Location: SSPC 10-12 pm