A collaborative approach invites a wide range of early childhood partners to:

• Unite behind a shared vision;
• Develop creative strategies to reach their own community's goals; and
• Better serve children and families together.

All three demonstration learning communities are working to better serve children and families. Community partnerships in Coffeyville, Liberal and Rossville are each unique. Each community has different needs and its partnership has developed a strategic plan with creative strategies to help meet its community's goals. 

Who are the key partners in each community?

• Coffeyville Community Partners:  Coffeyville USD #445; SEK-CAP Head Start; Tri-County Special Education Coop; child care providers; Coffeyville Early Childhood Action Team
• Liberal Community Partners:  Liberal USD #480; KCSL Head Start, child care providers
• Rossville Community Partners:  Kaw Valley USD #321; Community Action, Inc., Head Start; child care providers

Each partner brings its strengths and assets to a community partnership.

Whether a school district preschool, Head Start, special needs program or a child care provider, each partner makes a special contribution to its community partnership.