Marion & Polk Early Learning Hub, Inc.

09/01/2026

Back-to-school season can bring excitement, nerves and a whole lot of new routines!

Simple, predictable routines can help children know what to expect and feel confident as they head into a new school year. Our latest Family Newsletter includes an activity you can create with your child to practice and build routines.

Read the latest Family Newsletter and download the routine activity 👉 https://mailchi.mp/earlylearninghub.org/family-newsletter-summer-2026

09/01/2026

It’s exciting to see our community come together to help families keep their children safe during every ride and create safer, stronger communities together.

Working Together to Keep Kids Safe!

A recent Car Seat Clinic hosted at Stayton Fire was a great example of what can happen when community partners come together with one shared goal: keeping kids safe on every ride.

During the two-hour event, certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians assisted families with 16 car seats, helping ensure children were riding as safely as possible.

This clinic was made possible through the collaboration of Stayton Fire District, Marion County Sheriff's Office, Marion & Polk Early Learning Hub, Inc., Keizer Fire District, Keizer Police Department, Oregon State Police, Oregon Department of Transportation, Santiam Hospital & Clinics, and Marion County Fire District No.1.

Each organization brought people, resources, and expertise to the event, allowing us to expand access to child passenger safety education and support for families throughout our communities.

A huge thank you to all of the technicians, partners, and families who participated. When agencies work together, we can reach more families and help make every ride a safer one.

08/31/2026

Reconocemos el extraordinario trabajo de la Salem/Keizer Coalition for Equality. Gracias a su liderazgo y compromiso con nuestra comunidad, más familias hoy cuentan con valiosas herramientas para fortalecer sus hogares y acompañar el éxito de sus hijos.

08/28/2026

We are grateful for the opportunity to share about the incredible work and partnerships happening in our region!

Earlier this month, the Caring Communities Tour visited the Marion & Polk region for a community engagement-focused day centered on partnerships and initiatives strengthening early childhood systems for children and families.
Members of our Executive Leadership Team spent the day exploring themes of community partnerships, workforce development, early literacy, and kindergarten readiness.
A sincere thank-you to the many partners who shared their time and their work — including teams from Salem For Refugees, Child Care Resource & Referral of Marion, Polk & Yamhill, Willamette Education Service District, Marion & Polk Early Learning Hub, Inc., Willamette Health Council and the Early Learning Hub Board — for the meaningful conversations and your ongoing commitment to Oregon's children and families.

08/25/2026

Champion of music, champion of literacy, champion of children. 🩷🦋

Dolly Parton (1946–2026)

07/11/2026

We are incredibly grateful for your partnership and support. Thank you for helping bring the joy of reading to children across Marion & Polk counties!

07/06/2026

Skip the cooking on Friday, July 10 and support local children and families while you enjoy your favorite Panda Express meal! 🐼🥡

When you order from one of our participating Panda Express locations in Salem-Keizer, a portion of your purchase will benefit Marion & Polk Early Learning Hub and help provide free books to local children through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.

📍 Each participating location has its own fundraiser code.
➡️ Swipe through this post to find the location you'll be visiting and use the corresponding code when you order.

📱 ORDERING ONLINE? Use the code for your store location.
📸 ORDERING IN STORE? Screenshot your location flyer and present it at check out.

Thank you for your support in bringing the joy of reading to local children! 📚

06/30/2026

You may qualify! ☀️💦

Learn more about who qualifies and how to apply: https://ow.ly/aw5150Zipan

As summer heats up and wildfire season arrives, OHP members who qualify can get no-cost air conditioners and air filters to help stay safe and healthy. These supports are available for OHP members who:
• Are going through major life changes—such as recently leaving a treatment facility, currently or previously involved in the child welfare system, at risk of homelessness
• And have health conditions that get worse in extreme heat or poor air quality

Learn more about who qualifies and how to apply: https://ow.ly/aw5150Zipan

Next steps:
• Contact your CCO directly. If you’re not sure who your CCO is, call 1 800 273 0557.
• Open Card members can call 888 834 4304 or email [email protected].

06/23/2026

“This is a public health infrastructure” 🗣️

Read more about the impact of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in our community!

Gov. Tina Kotek held a ceremonial signing for House Bill 4022 on June 18. The bill makes a Dolly Parton program that sends free books to kids permanent. See link below ⬇️

📸 Anastasia Mason/Statesman Journal

06/03/2026

Looking for something to do with your child tomorrow? Join us for Connect and Grow, held on the first Wednesday of each month: June 3, July 3, and August 5. 🌱

This class is designed to strengthen family connection through movement, mindfulness, and social-emotional wellness, with simple, everyday activities you can use at home.

Registration is required to attend. Sign up here 👉 https://form.jotform.com/261457187474063