A partnership of local stakeholders and parents working toward an early childhood system that will address all factors that influence a child’s readiness for school and life. Click here to see our values, purpose, and mission.
 

The early years of a child’s life provide the physical and emotional framework that shapes individual potential. Early experiences help to establish the cornerstones of intelligence, behavioral patterns, and other personality traits for our children.  The Great Start System recognizes that early childhood experiences are most profound in five key component areas.

It is in these areas that Michigan’s early childhood community is attempting to make system change leading to better outcomes for young children and their families.  Click here to get more details.

Pediatric & Family Health, Social & Emotional Health, Family Support, Child Care & Early Education, Parent Leadership, and System Infrastructure make up GSC-O. Click here to learn more.

Whether you are a parent, professional, or anyone involved in the life of a child, there are many ways to participate. Click here to see how you can help!

New information and research about the importance of the first five years of children's lives and how Ottawa County is addressing these issues are coming out regularly. Click here to find out more.

See what exciting parent, community and youth-oriented events are coming up. Click here