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FACT Inc Columbia County, Staff Recognition

Congratulations Erika!

With the support of Training Innovations and Dr. Gregory, she [Erika] overcame feelings of burnout and is now thriving. Erika encourages others to never give up on their goals and to embrace the blessings that come with perseverance and faith. Erika’s journey shows that hard work and dedication can open doors to amazing opportunities. Earning her CDA through Training Innovations not only helped her advance in her career but also allowed her to pursue her AA degree with confidence.

“My name is Erika Smith, I am 40 years old and currently residing in Magnolia Arkansas. I have two children who are my world and being their mother is my highest calling on this earth. I currently attend the University of Arizona Global Campus where I will graduate in a little under a year with an Associates in Early Childhood Education. My mother started a daycare back in the early 2000s and this is when my love for children started. I would leave high school and go straight there to help her everyday. It was a great joy to learn the ins and outs of children and their families.

While working for FACT Inc, Magnolia Early Head Start, I was already in pursuit of my Child Development Associate (CDA) credential when I started. I knew I wanted….”

Read the rest of Erika’s story at Training Innovations

Erika Smith works at FACT’s Magnolia EHS location at 306 Legion Drive, Magonila, AR. She is an invaluable asset to our team and a loved teacher by her students!!

FACT Inc Calhoun County, Preschool

FACT Preschools in Calhoun County, Arkansas

We talked about finding quality Child Care, so now let’s see how FACT’s programs line up!

In Columbia County, FACT oversees the operations of Hampton Head Start Preschool and Hampton Early Head Start Preschool (both located at 523 East Main in Hampton, Arkansas).

Hampton Head Start is rated 4 Stars!!

Hampton Early Head Start is rated at 5 Stars!!

Our amazing staff at this location works hard and their efforts in providing childcare services is evident! Great job to our Hampton Staff! This is our only location for childcare in Calhoun County, Arkansas.

FACT Inc Preschool

How to Know if Your Child’s Preschool is the Right One?

It’s hard finding childcare! There are often many options in an area and claims that everyone is the best, but really, how are you supposed to know? For Arkansans, the State of Arkansas operates Arkansas Better Beginnings, a tiered quality rating and improvement system (TQRIS). This system is designed to assess, improve, and communicate the quality of early care and education programs, including center-based care, family childcare, and out-of-school time programs. Programs are additionally re-assessed to maintain their rating.

  • Purpose: The program aims to ensure all children in Arkansas have access to high-quality childcare and early childhood education, preparing them for kindergarten with positive experiences.  
  • Structure: Better Beginnings uses a “building block” approach, meaning programs must meet all requirements at one level before moving to the next.  
  • Rating System: It utilizes a star rating system (1 through 6 stars) to help parents and families evaluate the quality of childcare facilities.  
  • Resources for Providers: The program provides tools, guidance, and training to help providers meet the requirements and improve the quality of their programs.  
  • Focus Areas: Better Beginnings focuses on improving staff training, curriculum, parent involvement, and creating a positive learning environment.  
  • Administration: The program is administered by the Arkansas Department of Education, Office of Early Childhood.  
  • Website: You can find more information and resources on the AR Better Beginnings website.  
  • Benefits: Better Beginnings helps parents find quality childcare, supports providers in improving their programs, and ultimately contributes to a brighter future for Arkansas children. 

All of FACT, Inc. programs are quality-approved
through the State of Arkansas.