Baker County Pre-K Links

About This Grant

The Baker County Library District Pre-K Links projects will improve conditions for student success by increasing parental involvement with early learning activities. Identical, internet capable tablets will be placed in the public library and preschools, preloaded with early-learning applications that support the curriculum. A preliminary questionnaire will assess parents' information literacy skills regarding effective use of the internet to address family needs. Mandatory training prior to checking out a tablet will include instruction on how to use the device and learning apps, plus build skills in identifying online resources that target the needs indicated on the questionnaire. Changes in parental involvement will be tracked by the preschools, comparing attendance and participation levels pre and post project. Participating families will be registered for the Ready 2 Learn program to ensure an on-going connection with early learning resources and activities.