The Early Years in Randolph County
Early Childhood News & Resources in Randolph County
The Randolph Partnership for Children Blog shares early childhood resources, literacy initiatives, workforce updates, and family support information for Randolph County, North Carolina. Explore updates on local programs, community events, early educator opportunities, and ways to support young children and families.
EARLY LITERACY
Explore early literacy programs and book initiatives supporting children and families in Randolph County. Learn how reading from birth builds strong foundations for lifelong learning.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
A strong early childhood workforce supports families and local businesses. Explore how we invest in educators and career development in Randolph County.
FAMILY RESOURCES
Information and resources to support families with young children in Randolph County, including child care, NC Pre-K, and community support services.
EARLY EDUCATOR SUPPORT
Supporting early educators strengthens classrooms and communities. Explore programs that invest in the growth and stability of the early childhood field.
EVENTS & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Discover opportunities to participate, volunteer, and support early childhood programs through local events and community partnerships.
Starting at Zero: The Impact of Quality Care
If children are given the opportunity to thrive in settings with caring, responsive adults, the returns to our society will be deep and long-lasting. However, when both parents have to work to keep the family out of poverty, who is engaging, nurturing, and teaching...
5 basic resolutions for 2021
The Basics Randolph are 5 simple things parents and caregivers of infants and toddlers can do to nurture brain growth and development at the most critical time in baby's life, during which 80% of brain growth occurs. That’s why we’ve got 5 suggestions, one for each of...
How to use holiday meals to broaden your child’s palate
On November 12, Scarlet Welborn, one of RPC’s infant-toddler TA specialists, appeared on WGHP Fox 8 News’ Mommy Matters segment. She spoke with Cindy Farmer about how to use holiday food preparation and meal times as a way to broaden the palates of picky eaters as...
When we know better, we must DO better
In my role as executive director for Randolph County’s lead agency for early childhood, the social unrest we’re experiencing in our country has weighed heavy on my heart. Before expressing priorities for Randolph Partnership for Children as we move forward in our work...
How to Create a Breastfeeding-Friendly Workplace
We know that breastfeeding provides the healthiest start for infants. We also understand that children routinely cared for by someone other than parents are less likely to be breastfed. That's why Randolph Partnership for Children (RPC) helps to support workplaces and...
5 steps for supporting children’s mental health during COVID-19
On Thursday, May 14, Early Childhood Specialist Kristy Umfleet appeared on the Mommy Matters segment of WGHP Fox 8's morning news show to talk about supporting young children's mental health during the pandemic. Kristy began by explaining a lot of people don’t put the...