CUSD Early Childhood Programs and Family Resource Center
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Birth through age 5
The First 5 Years Shape Everything
We're here to build strong foundations from the start for every family.
One strong start
Find a starting point
What would help today?
Choose a child's age and one need. We'll point you to a few useful places to begin.
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Start where you are
Practical help for this moment
Play and learnLearning LinkFind a drop-in program →Child careCompare early learning optionsOpen the family guide →HealthWell-child visits and screeningsKnow what comes next →Parenting helpSupport that meets you at homeLearn about home visiting →Ages 0–5Kid BuildersChoose an age and play →CalendarWhat's happening nearbySee upcoming events →
For parents
Make the most of every moment
One million neural connections every second. That’s how rapidly a young child’s brain develops in the first few years of life. These early moments shape everything that follows, laying the foundation for health, learning, and well-being.
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Investing in Orange County children
Explore First 5 OC investments, neighborhood data, public meetings, and opportunities to support young children.
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