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Getting children ready for school Mobilizing Communities Through Local Partnerships Expanding Access to 4 Year Old Kindergarten Convening the Early Childhood Advisory Council Every Child Ready South Carolina First Steps works collaboratively to ensure that all children start school ready to reach their highest potential with engaged support from their parents caregivers and communities. Every Child Ready our 202025 strategic plan is a fiveyear road map for achieving our mission and moving toward our vision of success for every child. The Latest with First Steps First Steps 4K Leader Spotlight Karen Durand Saint John Catholic School Read More Karen Durand39s dedication to early childhood education spans over 30 years a journey that began with summer camp counseling and Sunday school teaching in her high school years. These early experiences ignited a passion that led her to a fulfilling career shaping young minds.