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Each month, Jax PBS from WJCT Public Media conducts fun and engaging multi-generational learning experiences at early learning centers across Jacksonville. Children and caregivers build, create, play, and share during these sessions. The PBS KIDS Family & Community model is proven to improve learning outcomes and promote children’s school success by preparing them for kindergarten and beyond. This program also strengthens and maintains the parent-school relationship, opening communication channels and maximizing the collaboration between all the caregivers in a child’s circle of care.


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What does a typical Family &
Community Workshop look like?

A welcome and introduction to the workshop’s topic is followed by learning activities in rotation:

  • Media center
  • Reading center
  • Activity center
  • Group sharing
  • Family meal

What topics/lessons do Family & Community Learning Workshops cover?

Topics are decided upon with input from participants and learning center staff. Topics that have been presented this year include:
  • Shadows (STEM)
  • Ramps (STEM)
  • Loss/Grief (SEL)
  • Self-confidence (SEL)
  • Weather (STEM)

Family & Community Learning Workshops By the Numbers in Jacksonville

160

kids

80

adults

1,600

books distributed

1,600

meals served

12

trained educators

6

early learning centers
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Interested in becoming a Family & Community Learning site?

Contact Circe LeNoble at clenoble@wjct.org or 904.358.6329.
Family & Community Learning Workshops powered by:
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