Horry County First Steps Annual Report 2021-2022

2021-2022 ANNUAL REPORT

to ensure that children start school ready to learn by supporting the caring adults who touch their lives. We establish partnerships and secure resources to provide programs that focus on quality early care and education, family support, health, and early literacy.

Increase the reach of First Steps services

By FY23, HCFS will double the percentage from 6 to 12 of enrolled children residing within the 29568, 29569, 29545, and 29526 zip codes.

Reduce the racial/ethnic gap in Kindergarten readiness

• Readiness to learn includes physical, mental, social, emotional and developmental well-being

• We support the role of parents as the child’s first and best teachers

• Our community’s participation is essential to our success

• We will continue to work toward racial equity in all programs and partnerships

By 2023, the percentage of children who score at the highest level on the Kindergarten Readiness Assessment between White Kindergartners and Black/Hispanic Kindergartners will be less than 10%.

• Increase the support for and use of First Steps programs

• Strengthen interagency partnerships and publicprivate collaboration

• Obtain the funding we need to support excellence, promote innovation, and to sustain core programs despite fluctuating funds

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1511 9th Avenue, Suite A, Conway SC 29526 | 843-488-3336 | hcfirststeeps.org

FIRST STEPS IS HERE

Last year, because of Horry County First Steps: 74% more likely to score at the highest level on the Kindergarten Readiness Assessment 34% less likely to be chronically absent in kindergarten PROVEN RESULTS A 2019 study found that children who received First Steps local partnership services were: $1 = $1.27 Horry County First Steps leveraged $186,581 from sources outside of state government, providing a match of $0.27 for every state dollar invested 273 educators participated in First Steps training and professional development, benefitting 500+ children 38 parents & caregivers received services and support to be their child’s first and most important teacher 475 children directly served in Horry County

MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

As I look back over Fiscal Year 2022, HCFS has a lot to be thankful for and excited about. Our ability to serve caring adults impacting the lives of young children was not without challenges. The staff and I were constantly dealing with changes in service delivery due to COVID variants. Through it all, everyone banded together and worked to ensure that all families continued to receive the highest quality services.

My highest calling is to serve the community. I cherish the opportunity to impact the lives of young children for the better. I am proud to present the FY2022 Annual Report as it reflects the impact Horry County First Steps has made on behalf of our youngest citizens.

Amy Breault, Executive Director

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That every child will enter school healthy and ready to learn.

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While working with Horry County First Steps I was able to benefit a lot from my TA. I can not thank Mrs. Melissa enough for her kind spirit, the beautiful furnishings, and support I was given while on this journey.

Ms. Barbara Fryer, Preschool Teacher

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I love the interactions with the other members. The instructors were pleasant, and they engaged in the training.

Training Participant

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“The program has been a tremendous blessing to our family! It has taught me how to interact and engage with my son on so many different levels. The activities are always so much fun for both parent, and child! “

Karnisha

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Addressing the needs of young children is a shared endeavor. In addition to providing services to families and support for childcare providers, Horry County First Steps mobilizes partners and community members to ensure all children in Horry County begin school ready to succeed. We serve as a:

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Through partnerships and collaborations, as well as financial support from grants and contributions, Horry County First Steps leverages state dollars to enhance and expand services to children and families.

FUNDING SUPPORT

SC First Steps to School Readiness, $675,796

SC Endeavors, $2,000

IN - KIND SUPPORT

Chapin Library, 949.00

Finklea High/Loris Training Schools Alumni Association, 72,768.00

Food Lion, 190.00

Lakeshore, 6,167 Kaplan, 1,628

Parent Powered, 1,223 Usborne Books, 1,634

MB Art Museum, 20,437

TRIO Solutions, 5,852

University of Kentucky, 3,879 Walmart, 50 PASOs, 26,500

JOIN US

For more information on partnership opportunities, visit our website at hcfirststeps.org

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State Funding Federal Funding Private Funding In-Kind Contributions Total Parents as Teachers $204,898 $2,650 $0 $0 $207,548 Child Care Quality Enhancement $123,389 $22,500 $0 $7,795 $153,684 Child Care Training $56,426 $0 $1,936 $0 $153,684 Raising A Reader $13,259 $0 $0 $0 $13,259 SCPV-Supporting Care Providers $10,919 $5,997 $0 $0 $16,916 Ready4K $10,295 $0 $0 $1,223 $11,518 Enhanced Early Education Programs $18,734 $0 $0 $93,205 $111.939 WIC Collaboration $12,915 $12,500 $0 $0 $25,415 EI&R – Connections for Child Dev. $35,139 $0 $0 $26,500 $61,639 Partnerships & Community Education $71,666 $2,700 $0 $12,553 $86,918 Administrative Support $70,558 $1 $372.72 $0 $70,932 Total Expenses $628,197 $46,347 $2,309 $141,276 $818,129 19% 81% Since inception,

County First Steps has leveraged $5,395,088 from sources outside of state government.

every state dollar. 14 Expenditures of State Funds by Program Type

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dorina Fraser

Amber Rogers

Shayla Livingston, Treasurer

Jennifer Nassar, Secretary

Lindsay Maglioccio

Stacey LoCascio

Debi Coburn, Compliance Officer

Angela Grissett

Spencer McKnight, Chairperson

Lynn McKiernan, Vice Chairperson

Tammy Martin

STAFF

Amy Breault, Executive Director

Melissa Vlasaty, Program Coordinator

Amanda Latwaitis, Program Assistant

Deanna Wilson, PAT Program Supervisor

Rachel Roark, PAT Parent Educator

Gloria White, FQE Technical Assistant CONTACT

1511 9 th Avenue, Suite A, Conway, SC 29526 | 843 - 488 - 3336 | hcfirststeps.org

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