How To Apply for an Early Childhood Program in Onslow County
How To Apply for an Early Childhood Education Program in Onslow County Starting in March, One Place offers a one-stop application process in partnership with Onslow County Schools. A one-stop application process creates an easier, more efficient, and more streamlined process for families in our community. If you have a child under the age of […]
Parental Involvement Vs. Parental Engagement: What You Need to Know
You may have heard the terms “parental involvement” and “parental engagement” before—and although you may have a grasp of what each of these concepts includes, the two offer subtle distinctions between you and your child’s school or education program. At One Place, all of our programs serve to promote parental engagement, including Early Head Start, […]
An Introduction to Early Head Start — and How It Can Help Your Family
A child’s earliest experiences mold and shape the developing brain, laying the foundation for overall well-being and long-term success. At One Place, we provide several early education programs that support children through their first 2,000 days—including Early Head Start, a national program designed specifically for pregnant women and children under the age of 3. What’s […]
Celebrating Family Support Awareness Month in North Carolina
This February we’re taking the month to celebrate Family Support Awareness Month in North Carolina. Founded in 2021, Family Support Awareness Month is a fantastic opportunity to honor the work of home visitors and parenting educators across the state. What’s Family Support Awareness Month? In February 2021, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper declared February as […]
Netalia’s Story-From Head Start Student to Early Head Start Staff Member
Netalia Dunn’s story begins in small classroom huts behind Richlands Elementary School, in Onslow County, North Carolina. This is where she first entered the world of Head Start as a bright-eyed three-year-old. It was more than just an early education experience for Netalia—it was the foundation of a journey that would come full circle during […]
How Early Head Start Supports Healthy Children: Health Services Advisory Committee
Your child’s earliest experiences mold and shape their developing brain—and physical, mental, and emotional health play a key role in laying the foundation for long-term well-being and success. Early Head Start, a federally-funded national program designed for pregnant women and children under the age of three years old, provides community-based support, training, and home visits. […]
Find the Best Back-to-School Routine for Your Child
For both parents and children alike, having a series of patterns or routines performed daily can feel grounding and comforting—particularly as you’re preparing for your child to return to school. Having a routine for your child is not only helpful in getting them out the door at the right time every morning, but it also […]
Early Head Start: Pregnant Women and Expectant Family Services
Are you pregnant and expecting a child? Families in Onslow County can enroll in the Early Head Start (EHS) Pregnant Women and Expectant Families program and receive community-based support, training, and home visits. EHS combines parental involvement, education, and health and social-emotional wellness services for mothers and children. You may have heard about Early Head […]
Unpacking the Differences Between NC Pre-K, Three School, Early Head Start, and Child Care
Did you know there are a number of no cost, state-funded programs in North Carolina designed to support your child’s early education? While many may think that a child care program that requires a weekly/monthly fee is the only option, that’s not the case. In North Carolina, we have three core programs that are no […]
5 Reasons Why Early Head Start Sets Children Up for Success
One Place provides several early education programs that support children through their first 2,000 days, including Early Head Start, a federally-funded program designed for low-income families. This foundational program helps families with children under the age of 3 promote school readiness, develop social-emotional growth, and ensure parents and caregivers have the tools they need to […]