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Our mission is to provide high-quality education and support for children in need through partnership with their families. Our vision is to positively affect the future of children at risk by improving economic mobility through education.

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Options for expectant mothers, home-based and center-based programming for children birth to three years old.

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With a focus on early childhood development and evidence-based learning, our programs prepare 3- and 4-year-olds for success in school.

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Our afterschool programs support and reinforce classroom learning with a focus on life skills and development for K-12 students.

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Through partnership with families, AC4Ed strives to give children the best possible start in school and life. By removing as many barriers as possible that may stand in the way, we aim to strengthen families and break the cycle of poverty through education.

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Alliance Center for Education strives to create a world where a family's income does not determine a child's outcome.

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Bethlehem Center of Charlotte is now Alliance Center for Education!

Our name has changed, but our mission stays the same!

November is National Aviation History Month. ✈️

Last month, we had the pleasure of visiting the @sullenbergeraviationmuseum during @sharecharlotte Share a Latte event. Thanks ShareCharlotte for hosting a great event.

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November is National Aviation History Month. ✈️

Last month, we had the pleasure of visiting the @sullenbergeraviationmuseum during @sharecharlotte Share a Latte event. Thanks ShareCharlotte for hosting a great event.

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As the kick-off to our Male Engagement series for the 2024-25 program year, our families and staff enjoyed activities, food, and fun! It was a fantastic day for everyone, and we’re already looking forward to the next event. 🏈⚽️ #football #soccer #futball #drills #charlotte #familyactivities #familyfun

As the kick-off to our Male Engagement series for the 2024-25 program year, our families and staff enjoyed activities, food, and fun! It was a fantastic day for everyone, and we’re already looking forward to the next event. 🏈⚽️ #football #soccer #futball #drills #charlotte #familyactivities #familyfun

Your support allows us to provide children and families with the tools necessary to succeed in school and well beyond. Giving Tuesday is dedicated to celebrating generosity and encouraging people to give back to their communities. This day inspires individuals, families, and organizations to come together to support charitable causes and make a difference in the lives of others.

We invite you to join us in our mission to provide high-quality education and support for children in need through partnership with their families. #givingtuesday #givingtuesdayclt #ac4ed #nonprofit #charlotte #educationprogram #prekclassroom

Your support allows us to provide children and families with the tools necessary to succeed in school and well beyond. Giving Tuesday is dedicated to celebrating generosity and encouraging people to give back to their communities. This day inspires individuals, families, and organizations to come together to support charitable causes and make a difference in the lives of others.

We invite you to join us in our mission to provide high-quality education and support for children in need through partnership with their families. #givingtuesday #givingtuesdayclt #ac4ed #nonprofit #charlotte #educationprogram #prekclassroom

Giving Tuesday is on December 3, 2024. It is the kickoff to the Season of Giving and the many wonderful nonprofits in Mecklenburg County count on donations to make a brighter community.

Each donation, no matter the size, helps us provide no-cost Early Childhood Education, Afterschool, and Summer programs to children and families in need throughout Mecklenburg County.

Give today at ac4ed.org/givingtuesday

#givingtuesday #givingtuesday2024

Giving Tuesday is on December 3, 2024. It is the kickoff to the Season of Giving and the many wonderful nonprofits in Mecklenburg County count on donations to make a brighter community.

Each donation, no matter the size, helps us provide no-cost Early Childhood Education, Afterschool, and Summer programs to children and families in need throughout Mecklenburg County.

Give today at ac4ed.org/givingtuesday

#givingtuesday #givingtuesday2024

#VeteransDay We express our deepest gratitude to all who have served and continue to serve. We are grateful to the brave men and women for their commitment to our nation! Thank you for your service. Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸

#VeteransDay We express our deepest gratitude to all who have served and continue to serve. We are grateful to the brave men and women for their commitment to our nation! Thank you for your service. Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸

AC4Ed will be closed on Monday, November 11 for Veterans Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, November 12.

AC4Ed will be closed on Monday, November 11 for Veterans Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, November 12.

Thank you to all who joined us for our annual Transition Fair! This event is an opportunity for families to explore helpful resources for transitioning from early childhood programs to kindergarten and beyond.

@eastvoyageracademy @nbcdi_ @empirecharlotte @charmeckschools @charlottelabschool @telrainstitute @kippcharlotte

Thank you to all who joined us for our annual Transition Fair! This event is an opportunity for families to explore helpful resources for transitioning from early childhood programs to kindergarten and beyond.

@eastvoyageracademy @nbcdi_ @empirecharlotte @charmeckschools @charlottelabschool @telrainstitute @kippcharlotte

Our Early Head Start Program provides early childhood education opportunities for our youngest learners. With high-quality resources, family engagement, and stimulating environments, children can learn and thrive, setting them on a path toward success. 📚 🖍

Learn more today by visiting ac4ed.org/programs 💡

Our Early Head Start Program provides early childhood education opportunities for our youngest learners. With high-quality resources, family engagement, and stimulating environments, children can learn and thrive, setting them on a path toward success. 📚 🖍

Learn more today by visiting ac4ed.org/programs 💡

Lights on Afterschool is a national event highlighting the critical role Afterschool programs play in the lives of children, families, and communities! 💡

This annual event encourages support and advocacy for Afterschool programs as an essential part of child development.
We are proud to be part of this event and highlighting the impact on our students.

Learn more about our Afterschool program at ac4ed.org/afterschool

#afterschool #afterschoolprogram #lightsonafterschool #afterschoolclub #charlotte

Lights on Afterschool is a national event highlighting the critical role Afterschool programs play in the lives of children, families, and communities! 💡

This annual event encourages support and advocacy for Afterschool programs as an essential part of child development.
We are proud to be part of this event and highlighting the impact on our students.

Learn more about our Afterschool program at ac4ed.org/afterschool

#afterschool #afterschoolprogram #lightsonafterschool #afterschoolclub #charlotte

Hugo the Hornet made a special stop at our Plaza Center on the Book Bus. Our learners were gifted a free book to take home and enjoy. Thank you, Charlotte Hornets! @hornets

#hornets #charlottehornets #bookbus #education #earlylearning #teacherlife

Hugo the Hornet made a special stop at our Plaza Center on the Book Bus. Our learners were gifted a free book to take home and enjoy. Thank you, Charlotte Hornets! @hornets

#hornets #charlottehornets #bookbus #education #earlylearning #teacherlife

Our centers hosted exciting trunk-or-treat events! Parents and staff decorated their trunks and came dressed in their best costumes.

Special thanks to all parents and staff who participated in today’s trunk-or-treat and costume activities! 🎃

Our centers hosted exciting trunk-or-treat events! Parents and staff decorated their trunks and came dressed in their best costumes.

Special thanks to all parents and staff who participated in today’s trunk-or-treat and costume activities! 🎃

Thank you to PNC for volunteering at our Stephanie Jennings and Mulberry Centers! Our teachers and children enjoyed having you in the classroom. We are tremendously grateful for your support and look forward to seeing you again! @pncbank

#volunteering #volunteeropportunities #headstart #classroomsetup #headstartworks #earlyheadstart #earlychildhoodeducation #teachersday

Thank you to PNC for volunteering at our Stephanie Jennings and Mulberry Centers! Our teachers and children enjoyed having you in the classroom. We are tremendously grateful for your support and look forward to seeing you again! @pncbank

#volunteering #volunteeropportunities #headstart #classroomsetup #headstartworks #earlyheadstart #earlychildhoodeducation #teachersday

A big thank you to SHARE Charlotte and Jason Harper for spotlighting volunteerism at AC4Ed! It was a pleasure to have Jason join us to read to our students and spread the word about volunteering!

If you are interested in learning more, contact communications@ac4ed.org.

@sharecharlotte @j_theharper

A big thank you to SHARE Charlotte and Jason Harper for spotlighting volunteerism at AC4Ed! It was a pleasure to have Jason join us to read to our students and spread the word about volunteering!

If you are interested in learning more, contact communications@ac4ed.org.

@sharecharlotte @j_theharper

Because of the generosity of so many in the Charlotte area, we have been a staple in our community, providing high-quality education and family support since 1940.

All of our programs are provided at no-cost to families, and every donation plays a substantial role in ensuring our students build a solid educational foundation.

Your donation, no matter the size, helps us provide no-cost Early Childhood Education, Afterschool, and Summer programs to children and families in need throughout Mecklenburg County.

Visit ac4ed.org/give today.
#givingtuesday #earlychildhoodeducation #educationprogram #afterschool #afterschoolprograms #headstart #prek #givingtuesdayclt #givingtuesday #givingtuesday2024

Because of the generosity of so many in the Charlotte area, we have been a staple in our community, providing high-quality education and family support since 1940.

All of our programs are provided at no-cost to families, and every donation plays a substantial role in ensuring our students build a solid educational foundation.

Your donation, no matter the size, helps us provide no-cost Early Childhood Education, Afterschool, and Summer programs to children and families in need throughout Mecklenburg County.

Visit ac4ed.org/give today.
#givingtuesday #earlychildhoodeducation #educationprogram #afterschool #afterschoolprograms #headstart #prek #givingtuesdayclt #givingtuesday #givingtuesday2024

The benefits of Head Start programs have been proven to increase educational attainment, promote healthy habits, and enhance social-emotional development in young children.

Head Start programs are designed to help children grow and thrive in a nurturing and supportive environment. 📚

Learn more today at ac4ed.org/programs

#headstart #headstartworks

The benefits of Head Start programs have been proven to increase educational attainment, promote healthy habits, and enhance social-emotional development in young children.

Head Start programs are designed to help children grow and thrive in a nurturing and supportive environment. 📚

Learn more today at ac4ed.org/programs

#headstart #headstartworks

#HeadStart provides young children from eligible families a well-rounded classroom experience centered around social-emotional learning and offers support to them and their families beyond the classroom, preparing them for success in school and life.

#HeadStartAwarenessMonth #headstart #HeadStartWorks #HeadStartStrong #headstartteachers

#HeadStart provides young children from eligible families a well-rounded classroom experience centered around social-emotional learning and offers support to them and their families beyond the classroom, preparing them for success in school and life.

#HeadStartAwarenessMonth #headstart #HeadStartWorks #HeadStartStrong #headstartteachers

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, our students made beautiful cultural boxes, enjoyed a lively parade, and made musical instruments. Thank you to all the parents who participated in this wonderful celebration! 🎉

#HispanicHeritageMonth2024 #HispanicHeritage #celebration

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, our students made beautiful cultural boxes, enjoyed a lively parade, and made musical instruments. Thank you to all the parents who participated in this wonderful celebration! 🎉

#HispanicHeritageMonth2024 #HispanicHeritage #celebration

Our Afterschool program provides a supportive environment for each child to learn and grow.

Curriculum support and engaging activity aid in students’ social, emotional and academic development.

Learn more at ac4ed.org/afterschool.

#afterschool #afterschoolprogram #afterschoolclub #afterschoolworks

Our Afterschool program provides a supportive environment for each child to learn and grow.

Curriculum support and engaging activity aid in students’ social, emotional and academic development.

Learn more at ac4ed.org/afterschool.

#afterschool #afterschoolprogram #afterschoolclub #afterschoolworks

#headstartawarenessmonth 📚 Head Start programs provide early childhood education, health and development screenings, and other vital services and resource connections to children and families in traditionally underserved communities.

Your donation will help fund these programs, giving children access to the resources and support they need to thrive.

Donate today at ac4ed.org/give #headstart #headstartprogram #headstartawarenessmonth #headstartworks #headstartcharlotte

#headstartawarenessmonth 📚 Head Start programs provide early childhood education, health and development screenings, and other vital services and resource connections to children and families in traditionally underserved communities.

Your donation will help fund these programs, giving children access to the resources and support they need to thrive.

Donate today at ac4ed.org/give #headstart #headstartprogram #headstartawarenessmonth #headstartworks #headstartcharlotte

We are hiring! 📚

AC4Ed is seeking passionate individuals to join our team and help positively impact the lives of the children and families we serve.

Click the link in our bio to apply or visit ac4ed.org/careers!

#ac4ed #charlottejobs #careerineducation #prek #headstart #afterschool #JobsInEducation #earlychildhood

We are hiring! 📚

AC4Ed is seeking passionate individuals to join our team and help positively impact the lives of the children and families we serve.

Click the link in our bio to apply or visit ac4ed.org/careers!

#ac4ed #charlottejobs #careerineducation #prek #headstart #afterschool #JobsInEducation #earlychildhood

Happy World Teacher’s Day! Thank you to our outstanding and dedicated teachers who help educate, inspire, and transform the lives of the children we serve!

We appreciate everything you do to inspire and shape the minds of our future leaders, while preparing them to excel in school and in life. 📚🍎💡

#worldteachersday #charlotteeducationcenter #educationcenter #alliancecenterforeducation #ac4ed

Happy World Teacher’s Day! Thank you to our outstanding and dedicated teachers who help educate, inspire, and transform the lives of the children we serve!

We appreciate everything you do to inspire and shape the minds of our future leaders, while preparing them to excel in school and in life. 📚🍎💡

#worldteachersday #charlotteeducationcenter #educationcenter #alliancecenterforeducation #ac4ed

Our Head Start program includes active learning and hands-on activities. We help children develop skills like collaboration and critical thinking through exploration and creative expression. 📚

Learn more about our programs at ac4ed.org/programs . 💡

#HeadStartAwarenessMonth #HeadStartWorks #HeadStartStrong #headstartprograms

Our Head Start program includes active learning and hands-on activities. We help children develop skills like collaboration and critical thinking through exploration and creative expression. 📚

Learn more about our programs at ac4ed.org/programs . 💡

#HeadStartAwarenessMonth #HeadStartWorks #HeadStartStrong #headstartprograms

October is Head Start Awareness Month! 💡📚

This month, we’ll be sharing many ways that Head Start impacts children and families in our community.

Head Start programs are designed to help children grow and thrive in a nurturing and supportive environment. It has also been proven to promote healthy habits and enhance social-emotional development in young children.

Alliance Center for Education offers Early Head Start, Head Start and Afterschool programs.

🌐 Learn more about our programs today at ac4ed.org/programs

#headstart #headstartawareness #headstartworks #headstartteacher #headstartprogram #mecklenburgcounty

October is Head Start Awareness Month! 💡📚

This month, we’ll be sharing many ways that Head Start impacts children and families in our community.

Head Start programs are designed to help children grow and thrive in a nurturing and supportive environment. It has also been proven to promote healthy habits and enhance social-emotional development in young children.

Alliance Center for Education offers Early Head Start, Head Start and Afterschool programs.

🌐 Learn more about our programs today at ac4ed.org/programs

#headstart #headstartawareness #headstartworks #headstartteacher #headstartprogram #mecklenburgcounty

AC4Ed will be closed today. Our Afterschool program will not be in operation.

AC4Ed will be closed today. Our Afterschool program will not be in operation.

A heartfelt thank you to Tuesday Forum for highlighting Alliance Center for Education! Our CEO, Jared Keaton, and Community Engagement Manager, Olga Billups, had the opportunity to provide an update on our initiatives and share our exciting plans for the future.

We’re grateful for the support and engagement from the community as we work together to help families grow.

#earlylearning #earlychildhoodeducation #afterschool #teachingresources #familygoals #charlottenc #mecklenburgcounty

A heartfelt thank you to Tuesday Forum for highlighting Alliance Center for Education! Our CEO, Jared Keaton, and Community Engagement Manager, Olga Billups, had the opportunity to provide an update on our initiatives and share our exciting plans for the future.

We’re grateful for the support and engagement from the community as we work together to help families grow.

#earlylearning #earlychildhoodeducation #afterschool #teachingresources #familygoals #charlottenc #mecklenburgcounty

Due to the inclement weather in the area, our Afterschool program will not be in operation today. We will resume all operations on Monday, September 30. We hope everyone stays safe.

Due to the inclement weather in the area, our Afterschool program will not be in operation today. We will resume all operations on Monday, September 30. We hope everyone stays safe.

We hope everyone had a wonderful time celebrating National Family Day on Monday. Whether it was sharing a family meal, engaging in a fun activity, or simply enjoying quality time together, these moments are what make family life special. #thankyoutoallourfamilies

We hope everyone had a wonderful time celebrating National Family Day on Monday. Whether it was sharing a family meal, engaging in a fun activity, or simply enjoying quality time together, these moments are what make family life special. #thankyoutoallourfamilies

Today is National Food Service Workers Day! 🍎🥗 Thank you to the AC4Ed nutrition team! We are extremely grateful for all that you do to provide great nutritious meals to the children we serve!

Today is National Food Service Workers Day! 🍎🥗 Thank you to the AC4Ed nutrition team! We are extremely grateful for all that you do to provide great nutritious meals to the children we serve!

AC4Ed works with children and families to break the cycle of poverty by providing a continuum of high-quality educational and support services. We offer Early Childhood Education, Afterschool, and Summer programs.

Visit https://www.ac4ed.org/programs today to learn more about our programs serving children from birth through 12th grade.

#alliancecenterforeducation #ac4ed #earlychildhoodeducation #afterschoolprogram #summerprograms #prek #earlychildhood #earlychildhooddevelopment #headstartprograms

AC4Ed works with children and families to break the cycle of poverty by providing a continuum of high-quality educational and support services. We offer Early Childhood Education, Afterschool, and Summer programs.

Visit https://www.ac4ed.org/programs today to learn more about our programs serving children from birth through 12th grade.

#alliancecenterforeducation #ac4ed #earlychildhoodeducation #afterschoolprogram #summerprograms #prek #earlychildhood #earlychildhooddevelopment #headstartprograms

📚 Your generous contribution supports our mission to provide Early Childhood Education, Afterschool, and Summer programs to children and families in need throughout Mecklenburg County!

Visit AC4Ed.org/donate today to give or learn more about our programs. 📚 💡

#earlylearning #earlyyearseducation #earlychildhoodeducation #earlychildhood #afterschool #afterschoolworks #afterschoolprogram #afterschoolclub #outofschool #earlyheadstart #prek #prekactivities

📚 Your generous contribution supports our mission to provide Early Childhood Education, Afterschool, and Summer programs to children and families in need throughout Mecklenburg County!

Visit AC4Ed.org/donate today to give or learn more about our programs. 📚 💡

#earlylearning #earlyyearseducation #earlychildhoodeducation #earlychildhood #afterschool #afterschoolworks #afterschoolprogram #afterschoolclub #outofschool #earlyheadstart #prek #prekactivities

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