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First Things First joins in recognizing the International Decade of Indigenous Languages

October 20, 2022
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Some FTF regions support a Native Language Preservation Strategy to give families tools to promote their children’s language development. Read More

New regional council members share expertise and passion

7/8/2022
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There are 36 new regional partnership council members joining the more than 250 dedicated community members across Arizona.

Michelle Mix is the San Carlos Apache Tribe Champion

6/1/2022
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Minister Michelle Mix has been selected as the 2022 First Things First San Carlos Apache Region Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local…

Nutrition classes help San Carlos family make healthier choices

10/27/2021
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The FTF San Carlos Apache Regional Council funds the Eating Smart and Being Active class which covers nutrition, food safety, cooking with young children and…

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Reintroducing traditional indigenous foods to keep young children healthy in body, mind and spirit

10/14/2021
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FTF partners with several Arizona tribes to support introducing indigenous foods to their communities’ babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Dr. Laura Jane Murphy is the 2021 San Carlos Apache Region Champion

5/21/2021
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Dr. Laura Jane Murphy has been selected as the 2021 First Things First San Carlos Apache Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions who…

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Developmental screening helps San Carlos boy get support to speak clearly

12/7/2020
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The FTF San Carlos Apache Regional Partnership Council funds the Developmental and Sensory Screening program for local families.

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FTF-funded program fills assessment gap through online developmental screenings

5/29/2020
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The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension has started offering free virtual developmental screenings in some of FTF’s rural and tribal regions.

Trena Antonio is the 2020 San Carlos Apache Region Champion

5/19/2020
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Trena Antonio is the 2020 San Carlos Apache Region ChampionTrena Antonio has been selected as the 2020 First Things First San Carlos Apache Region Champion for…

Vision screening helps San Carlos boy find focus

11/15/2019
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Now that he’s started kindergarten, Kaylee Talgo is happy that Bryson was able to start day one with clear vision.

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