Board of Directors

Board of Directors' Meetings

The Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida Board of Directors represents both public and private sector business leaders from Collier, Glades, Hendry and Lee Counties. The ELC Board of Directors meets bi-monthly at the Early Learning Coalition Office. The public is invited to attend.

Board of Directors Meeting Announcements
Date/TimeAgendas & Minutes
October 12, 2011
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
October 12, 2011 - Agenda
October 12, 2011 - Minutes
November 30, 2011
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
November 30, 2011 - Agenda
February 8, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
April 11, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
May 16, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
June 20, 2012
9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

2008-2009 FY Table of Meetings & Minutes

2009-2010 FY Table of Meetings & Minutes

2010-2011 FY Table of Meetings & Minutes

*All Board meetings are held at the Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida, 5256 Summerlin Commons Way, #201, Fort Myers, FL 33907. Driving Instructions

A Board Orientation for new and current board members will be available immediately following every Board meeting. If you have not participated in a Board Orientation and would like to participate, please confirm your interest by contacting Nancy Starr at 239-634-1589 or calling the Coalition office at 239-267-4105.

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FY 2011-2012 Contracts

The following draft contracts are being posted for Board review:

  1. Contract # 4C1112 - Contract with Community Coordinated Care for Children, Inc. to provide SR & VPK services.
  2. Contract # RCMA1112 - Contract with Redlands Christian Migrant Association to provide VPK services.
  3. ELCSWFL Grant Agreement (SW FLA ELGA 11-12) with AWI for FY 2011-2012 - To provide early learning programs that include the Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program (VPK) and the School Readiness (SR) Program including Childcare Resource and Referral and the Inclusion/Warm-line programs.
  4. Contract # 3ELC1112 - Contract with the Children's Forum to conduct quality assurance assessments on SR and VPK providers in Collier, Glades, Hendry and Lee counties.

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Coalition Bylaws

Download current copies of the coalition bylaws by clicking on the link below.

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The Early Learning Coalition of Southwest Florida is currently seeking new Board Members!

Being a Board Member requires an active and sincere interest in promoting quality early learning for young children and supporting families towards self sufficiency. Each Board Member will be expected to regularly attend Board meetings (generally held every other month); and participation in one or more Board Committees.

If you are interested in joining our Board, please complete the application below and submit directly to the Early Learning Coalition at 5256 Summerlin Commons Way, Suite 201, Fort Myers, Florida 33907.

Coalition Application
Governor Appointee Application

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EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC.

5256 Summerlin Commons Way, Suite 201 • Ft. Myers, Florida 33907
Phone: (239) 267-4105 • Fax: (239) 267-4109 • Privacy Policy
TOLL FREE: 1-866-863-1366 • Office Hours: 8am-5pm Monday - Friday