News & Notes

The Child Care Access Means Parents in School (CCAMPIS) program at Valencia College has received recognition for excellence from the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators. This program provides financial assistance to low-income student-parents who need affordable, high-quality child care while pursuing postsecondary education. It has earned the Gold Award in the category of Athletics, […]

The Orlando Dental Team from Big Smiles America visited the 4C Early Head Start Ferguson Child Development Center. A dentist, a hygienist, and an assistant provided top-quality dental care to students in the familiar and comfortable surroundings of their school, allowing them to stay in class and continue learning. Big Smiles is an in-school dental […]

In January, communities throughout Central Florida are coming together to celebrate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with vibrant parades and heartfelt festivities. Join in the spirit of unity and remembrance as we honor the remarkable impact of his vision. Saturday, January 17, 2026 Sunday, January 18, 2026 Monday, January 19, 2026 […]

Community Coordinated Care for Children, Inc. (4C) partnered with Koala Roofing to distribute 500 custom Koala Build-A-Bears to preschool-aged children and families served through 4C’s Head Start and family support programs across Central Florida. During a special event at 4C’s Head Start Palm Plaza Child Development Center in Osceola County on December 18, 2025, 4C […]

The 4C Head Start Palm Plaza VPK program in Kissimmee has been recognized by the Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County for its exceptional instructional performance in Florida’s Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program. At a recent ceremony, the ELC honored 55 early learning programs in Osceola County for their outstanding classroom performance. Teachers Nicole Fenn and […]

The dedicated Engine Crew from Station 62 of the Osceola County Fire Rescue and EMS Department recently made an engaging visit to the 4C Head Start Palm Plaza Child Development Center. Their primary goal was to educate young minds about the critical importance of fire prevention. During their visit, the crew interacted warmly with the […]

4C Head Start held its In-Kind Recognition Ceremony at Caribe Royal on Tuesday, November 25. The purpose of the ceremony was to honor outstanding providers in the organization, celebrate strong connections between families and providers, and recognize significant accomplishments using Learning Genie effectively. Lake Mary Bilingual was recognized for meeting its in-kind goal for 2024-25 […]

During December, communities in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties will host free holiday events for families, including tree-lighting ceremonies and parades across Central Florida. Be sure to check the Community Calendar for specific dates and locations. Thursday, December 4 Friday, December 5 Saturday, December 6 Saturday, December 13 Community Calendar

4C Head Start partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida to distribute free food baskets to families at the 4C Early Head Start Ferguson Child Development Center in Orlando. Each box was filled with a variety of nutritious food items. This initiative not only provides essential food during the Thanksgiving break but also […]

Community Coordinated Care for Children, Inc. (4C) recently hosted the second annual Pages to Possibilities. This community-driven initiative brings the power of books and learning directly to children and families. Community partners, educators, families, and friends joined us in celebrating the joy of reading with children in Early Head Start and Head Start Preschool classrooms. […]

Throughout November, communities in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties will host events where residents can receive free turkeys or Thanksgiving meals. These giveaways provide an opportunity for families to enjoy a festive meal. Be sure to check the calendar for specific dates and locations so you don’t miss out on this generous offering: Saturday, November […]

Due to the government shutdown, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits might be temporarily paused, reduced, or delayed. We understand that this situation could cause concern or hardship for many families. Below is a list of community resources available to individuals or families affected by this situation. Please contact the following resources for assistance. Here […]