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Universal PreKindergarten (UPK)

UPK brings more choices for preschool to families, including Transitional Kindergarten.

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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is LIVE in Shasta County!

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library puts books into the hands and hearts of children across the world. They partner with local communities to mail age-appropriate, high-quality book each month to registered children from birth through their fifth birthday. 

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Our Purpose

To ensure all children 0-5 years old are participating in inclusive, high-quality early learning and care programs to ensure readiness for kindergarten and early educational success.

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Early Childhood Services Tehama

We offer many of the same services in Tehama County.
Come visit us in Red Bluff or give us a call.

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Explore our Preschools!

SCOE's 19 preschool classrooms on 15 school sites offer engaging, educational, and fun experiences for Shasta County children for low or no cost. We serve many working families, and you don't have to be low income to qualify. 

Preschool application and enrollment

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Do you like working with children?

Become an early childhood educator!  We help you develop a pathway to meet your goals and connect you to scholarships, stipends, and professional development.

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CalFresh

CalFresh can help you buy groceries when you're out of work or working less.  Let us help you with the application.

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Your Future Starts Here! Explore Careers with Young Children

Are you passionate about making a difference in young children’s lives? Find your future in early childhood education! Enjoy light refreshments while you learn about exciting career opportunities, including pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Experienced educators are welcome, too - come see what we have to offer!

Dates:
Friday, July 18: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 19: 10 a.m. to noon

Location:
SCOE, 43 Hilltop Drive, Redding

By The Numbers

50

Infants & Toddlers Attending SCOE Programs

369

Children Attending
SCOE Preschools

1,762

Families Receiving Child Care Payment Assistance

115

Children Ages 0-5 Assessed For Special Education

1,226

Child Development Screenings

26

Families Participated In Family Wellness Nights

Our Partners

Collaboration is key in early education. When families, educators, and community members work together as partners, we create a strong network of support that ensures all young children have enriching learning experiences and opportunities to flourish.  This is a sampling of our collaborators.