Contact: Erica Turchin

Communications Manager

Email: eturchin@elcosceola.org

Phone: 407.329.8459 ext. 156

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NEW YEAR, NEW OFFICE: THE EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF OSCEOLA COUNTY CELEBRATES ITS NEW SPACE WITH A RIBBON-CUTTING AND OPEN HOUSE

Kissimmee, FL (Friday, January 2, 2026) — The Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County (ELC of Osceola) is proud to announce the opening of its new office space, located on the second floor of the Watson Realty building. To celebrate, the Coalition will host a community Ribbon-Cutting and Open House on January 8 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM.

The bright and modern new office enhances collaboration among ELC team members, creating an environment that supports stronger services and programs for child care providers and families across Osceola County. Despite recent state budget cuts, the Coalition has embraced its redesigned workspace as an opportunity to innovate and optimize how it serves the community.

“Sometimes we need less to provide more,” said Amanda Kelkenberg, CEO of the Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County. “Our team has not viewed the recent budget cuts as a limitation. Instead, they have risen to the challenge—working together in our collaborative office space to find new and impactful ways to bring early learning opportunities to our community.”

The new space is designed to inspire. Its playful and vibrant atmosphere sparks curiosity for every visitor—especially children. The lobby features an Early LearnHub, where young learners can explore, imagine, and play while caregivers begin the process of enrolling in early learning programs.

The community is invited to attend, tour the new facility, and learn more about the Coalition’s services and impact.

ELC of Osceola Ribbon-Cutting & Open House Thursday, January 8, 2026 4:00 – 7:00 PM 1950 E. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., Suite 201 Kissimmee, FL 34744

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The Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County

Established in 1999 through the enactment of Florida Statute 411, the Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County, Inc. (Coalition) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Together with 30 other coalitions across Florida, the Coalition is tasked with the management and funding of early learning programs, utilizing resources from federal, state, and local sources. The Coalition presently provides services to more than 4500 children through its two early learning programs: School Readiness and Voluntary Prekindergarten.

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