4 County Kids

Serving in & around Custer County

Why is Early Childhood Education Important?

The first five years of a child's life are fundamentally important. They are the foundation that shapes children's future health, happiness, growth, development and learning achievement at school, in the family and community, and in life in general.

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Our Story

4 County Kids (4CK) is a collaboration between the Sandhills Community Collaborative and Communities for Kids to aid in the development and support of quality early childhood programs.

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We believe every child deserves a high-quality early childhood education and are committed to raising awareness, supporting our families, and working with the community to provide safe and engaging care and learning.

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Our Mission

Our Vision

Ensure all children have access to high quality early childhood education and care.

Support current childcare providers in and around Custer County, educate county residents on the importance of early childhood education, and improve the development of local residents aged birth through five.

4 County Kids Board of Directors

Jeanette Birnie

Kim Blackburn

Diana Boutwell

Jackie Chandler

Dulcie Chaffin

Jessica Coleman

Heather Ellis

Cathy Minnick

Tammy Schall

Michaela Schweitzer

Brenda Stupka

Tracey Sutherland 

Lorna Vincent

Nicole Witthuhn