Family Friendly Early Care and Education
Before you begin exploring the application process, it’s important to submit the form below providing your contact information. The five steps are often easier than they seem, and we want to make sure you receive all the tools and support we offer as you go through the process. Be sure to register for an Intro Session.
The KY Collaborative for Families and Schools was developed under the Statewide Family Engagement Center grant from the U.S. Department of Education. However, activities do not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Education and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.
Start a conversation about family engagement using one of these tools
Skim the Kentucky Family and Early Education Program Partnership Guide
This is your all in one place document. Scroll to page 18 of the document for a detailed checklist to get Family Friendly certified.
Take the Early Care and Education Self-Assessment and complete the Online Training Modules
Find ideas to support each objective in the Early Education Family Engagement Digital Playbook
Apply for Kentucky Family Friendly Early Care and Education Certificate
Spring application window is March 15th through May 1st. Fall application window is August 15th through October 1st.
Applications will be accepted March 15th through May 1st and August 15th through October 1st.
Please email grace@prichardcommittee.org if you have any questions. Once certified, you may contact Southland to purchase a school banner or decal.
Our Partners
Ready to grow. Ready to Learn & Ready to Succeed.
Leadership Development for Family School Partnerships
Together, we transform lives and help build brighter futures. Together, we thrive for lifelong success.
All Appalachian Students Succeed
The National Center for Families Learning works to eradicate poverty through education solutions for families.
Kentucky All STARS recognizes and supports quality early care and education programs throughout the Commonwealth.
The KY Collaborative for Families and Schools is being developed under the Statewide Family Engagement Center grant from the U.S. Department of Education. However, activities do not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Education and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government.