Attention VPK & SR Providers!

Please read the NEW updated information below regarding VPK and SR program providers! For general questions regarding this information, please contact our Provider Relations Department at (941) 757-2900 ext. 2300.

VPK Curriculum Reviewers

The Division of Early Learning is recruiting VPK educators and Directors to help review the 2026 VPK curriculum for approval. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute your expertise, directly impact the quality of early learning experiences, and help strengthen Florida’s VPK Program.

Provider Update Meeting

Join us on May 12th at 1:00pm for an opportunity to connect with our Provider Quality & Child Development Team. Review the release of CLASS 2.0, learn more about what to expect during the change beginning the 2026 contract year, and stay informed on important updates that support your work with children and families.

Celebrating Mother's Day

Read up on simple and meaningful ways to help celebrate Mother's Day, learn why applying for the VPK program is a great beginning to investing in your child's future, strategies for teaching children about water safety, family fun with a purpose, and more in the May edition of DEL's Parents' Pages!

Register Today for ESLI 2026!

The Division of Early Learning, in partnership with Just Read, Florida, is encouraging all VPK Providers on Probation, Directors, and lead VPK teachers to participate in the 2026 Elementary Summer Literacy Institute, June 9th through June 10th, in Orlando!

Updates to Program Assessment

Teachstone has released the CLASS 2nd Edition, and DEL has announced Phase One of our transition to using the updated tool. Beginning in the 2026 contract year, we will move to the 2nd Edition for pre-K. We want to ensure you know what to expect during this change.

BIG Savings for Bright Futures!

Big dreams start early. Give your child a strong start with Florida’s VPK program and take the first step toward saving for their future! When you apply for VPK, you could receive a $100 bonus and be entered to win a $1,000 college scholarship!

Growing with CLASS: 3-Year-Olds

The ELC is now offering optional CLASS observations for three-year-old classrooms. This is not a formal evaluation, just a helpful resource to encourage more reflection on classroom interactions and explore ways to continue building strong, supportive learning environments. Click below to get started!

Build Your Bounce Back Kit

Need support as you care for others? We encourage you to explore your Devereux Build Your Bounce Back Kit, gifted to you at MCYC 2026! Start with the self-paced course and use the tools to help you build resilience, manage stress, and bounce back from challenges.