Jasper County First Steps

Jasper County First Steps Executive Director: Duchett Polite
Parenting Supervisor: Pamela Rose First Steps works to help parents become the best parents they can be.

First Steps to School Readiness Strategy Areas
The First Steps initiative approaches children’s school readiness needs in five ways:

Family Strengthening: A parent is a child’s first and best teacher. First Steps also helps parents further their own education. Healthy Start: Children’s development and ability to learn are profoundly impacted by their health in the earliest years. First Steps wor

ks to help families understand children’s health needs through education and screenings while also working to help them access needed health services. Quality Child Care: Quality child care provides immediate and long-term learning benefits for children. First Steps works to expand the availability of quality child-care to families and to enhance the level of quality in existing child-care environments. Early Education: Research shows that children who participate in high-quality preschool classes are more likely to start school ready to learn, as well as be more successful later in life. First Steps works to expand high-quality 3-year-old and 4-year-old kindergarten opportunities in public and private settings. School Transition: The transition into kindergarten is a critical time that sets the tone for children’s perspectives about the school years, as well their parents’ perspectives. Making a strong initial connection between school and home -- and supporting both parents and students during this transition time -- has been shown to impact students’ later school success and parents’ later involvement during the school years.

04/24/2026

April showers bring May flowers. When kids grow, car seats adjustments often are necessary. Does your car seat need adjusting to accommodate a growing kid? Schedule a FREE online appointment to meet with a Child Passenger Safety Technician: https://www.safety-connection.org/caregiver/

National Safety Council National CPS Certification NHTSA Safe Kids Worldwide

04/24/2026

It doesn’t really matter what the book is.

Fairy tales, silly stories, trucks, animals, the same one every night — whatever they’re drawn to.

What matters is that it becomes something they keep coming back to. 💛 📚

04/14/2026
03/30/2026

Spring into April with us this week at the library! 💐📚

03/19/2026

All behavior is simply a means of communicating.

Quick questions to ask ourselves when faced with student behavior: What skills could be missing based on this kind of behavior? What behavior can I model ?

03/19/2026

Sometimes the most important part of a child’s reading journey isn’t the book — it's the habit of sitting close, turning pages together, and making stories a part of everyday life.

When reading becomes a normal part of childhood, it quietly shapes how children learn, imagine, and see themselves in the world. 📚💛

Jasper County Hunger Free Zone Food DistributionSaturday, 3/14/269:30 am to 12:00 pm(Behind Polaris School)
03/14/2026

Jasper County Hunger Free Zone
Food Distribution
Saturday, 3/14/26
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
(Behind Polaris School)

03/14/2026

Every minute matters. Regular, consistent attendance helps children build strong learning habits, confidence, and routines that set them up for success. When children arrive on time, they’re ready to learn, connect with friends, and fully participate from the very start of the day.

Jennifer McCoy sees the difference with her son, Kyson, who attends Small Impressions in Greenville County. “Once we’re ready to go, he’s excited. He does not want to be late. When he sees his friends outside, he says, ‘Mom, hurry,’ because he wants to greet them and walk in together.” Being there on time means he doesn’t miss a moment, from morning greetings to hands-on learning.

At the end of each day, Kyson comes home eager to share what he’s learned. “Every day he talks about what Miss Tammy taught them.” He loves the projects, the crafts, and building with Legos and proudly saying, “Mom, look what I made!”

In SC First Steps 4K, regular attendance keeps children on track academically and socially. Missing more than 10 days could mean losing your spot. Let’s commit to showing up every day ready to learn, grow, and thrive together. Every day builds the way!

03/14/2026

Strong relationships start early. Consistent, caring connections help young brains grow and thrive: https://bit.ly/46xzd66

Address

1130 Third Avenue
Ridgeland, SC
29936

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+18437265100

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