Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness (OPSR)

We work to help children arrive at school with the knowledge, skills and physical and emotional health to achieve their dreams.

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Summer is full of opportunities to learn through play! Learning doesn’t have to look like a classroom. Simple moments of curiosity, creativity and connection can support your child’s growth all summer long.

#EarlyLearning #SummerLearning #SchoolReadiness

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This week, OPSR hosted 196 child care owners and directors for a two-day Conscious Discipline training, equipping early childhood leaders with strategies to support behavioral development and create positive learning environments.

#SchoolReadiness #ConsciousDiscipline

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Born Learning Trails are free, interactive outdoor paths designed to help early learning opportunities for kids ages 0-5:
📍War Memorial Park | 706 N. 7th St., Ponca City
📍Lake Ponca | 1688 L.A. Cann Dr., Ponca City
📍Elmer Thomas Park | 501 NW Ferris Ave., Lawton

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Exploring shapes builds the math foundation kids need to succeed later in both math and reading. Helping them learn is easier than you think! Just point out what you see as you move through your day together, like counting the sides of a stop sign. Simple moments, big impact.

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Happy Juneteenth! A day to celebrate freedom, honor history and lift up the joy of the community. 💛

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☀️ From summer reading challenges to T. rex tea parties, libraries are packed with fun, FREE activities to keep kids entertained, learning and exploring all summer long.

Find your local library at the link and see what new adventure awaits!
🔗 https://t.co/Of205rFxOT

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Reading from birth builds vocab, sparks imagination and sets the stage for lifelong learning? Enroll your child Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for free books: https://t.co/J3GpxM8csg

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Happy 3-year anniversary to Jon Trudgeon, our Director of Communications! Jon works tirelessly to make sure OPSR’s mission is seen, heard and felt across Oklahoma. His creativity, dedication and witty sense of humor make him invaluable. Thank you for all you do, Jon!

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The OU Health Services — Child Study Center is partnering with the Metropolitan Library System to offer free Child Development and Autism screenings to children 5 and under at the Midwest City, Southern Oaks and Jones Libraries. Registration is required: https://t.co/GJZfl1UOzv

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Last weekend, OPSR hosted the 2026 Hispanic Child Care Providers Conference. Providers learned about brain science & the importance of play. Together, we're building a higher-quality child care system for Oklahoma's children. #EarlyChildhood #ChildCare

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We’re celebrating 2 years with Erin Bell! Erin leads the Oklahoma Dolly Parton Imagination library, putting free books in the hands of children across the entire state and sparking a love of reading before they ever set foot in a classroom. We’re lucky to have her!

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As a mother-to-be, did you know your grocery list is literally building a brain? Folic acid, iron, DHA, choline — nutrients are working from the first weeks of pregnancy. Ask your doc about prenatal vitamins and nutrient-rich foods!

#BirthtoFive #OPSR #EarlyDevelopment

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Infant childcare costs in OK rose 27% in just 2 years. Families are feeling the impact. Our Executive Director Grace Kelley spoke with @kgounews and @StateImpactOK about the crisis and what it'll take to turn the tide: https://t.co/qYKWisyL5z
#ChildcareOklahoma #EarlyChildhood

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Education doesn't need to stop when school lets out. Keep the momentum going this summer! Engage your children daily with easy, enjoyable activities—try exploring the outdoors, cooking, sharing a book or practicing counting games. Consistent effort yields great results!

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Preschool Development Grants Finance Manager Terri Davis is celebrating 2️⃣ with us! Terri is instrumental in keeping PDG grant finances in perfect order. We appreciate her dedication and attention to detail ensuring the financial success of our programs!

#childadvocacy

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Hiring: 2 Project Specialists! Join OPSR's Teacher Recruitment & Retention Program. Manage data, applications & support childcare providers. Perks: Remote flexibility, great PTO & matching retirement! Email resume to the TRR Project Manager. Learn more: https://t.co/vYYzdrwHhn

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This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇲 We extend our gratitude to all who have served, recognizing that their dedication helps ensure a future where Oklahoma’s children and families can thrive. 💪

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OPSR Executive Director Grace Kelley is back in DC for the First Five Years Fund Leadership Conference! Today, she heard from Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE), author of the Child Care Modernization Act, and Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) about the future of child care.

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Giving toddlers simple choices is one of the easiest ways to support their development! Park or backyard? The library or the bookstore? These small decisions build confidence, independence and communication skills while giving them a greater sense of control in their own world.

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Oklahoma kids deserve the best start in life. Head Start and Early Head Start are free programs that support children from birth to age 5 with early learning, health, nutrition and family resources. Want to see if you qualify? Visit https://t.co/nLpLfxuHex!