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We Grow Greatness!

The Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center seeks to enrich the lives of every student by providing them with a head start that empowers them to succeed both academically and socially. In doing so, we not only strengthen their hopes for educational success, but we also help build a stronger, more vibrant community.

We Grow Greatness!

At the Gainesville Empowerment Zone
Family Learning Center,
we give children a strong start, nurturing their curiosity, building confidence, and preparing them to succeed in school and in life.
When children grow, our whole community grows with them.

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We're a
Gold Seal School! 

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The Gainesville Empowerment Zone Family Learning Center is accredited and recognized as a high-quality preschool by the Florida Department of Education, which awarded us their Gold Seal. Our mission is to provide a high-quality education while supporting our students in a safe environment as they grow into confident, responsible pillars of society

What We Believe

Education: Every child is born ready to learn. Early access to high-quality education changes everything.
Family: Children grow within families. When parents feel supported and informed, children thrive.
Community: Strong communities are built through real relationships and shared responsibility.
Opportunity: We help create pathways that support lasting growth for every family.

Meet Our Team

Our staff are a group of passionate and integral caregivers who seek to enrich the lives of each student and member of the community that they serve.

Our Leadership Team 

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CEO/ President
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Executive Assistant 
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Executive Director 
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Trish White 
Family Engagement  Specialist 

Our Teachers 

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Infant Lead Teacher
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Early Preschool Teacher 
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VPK Teacher 
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Infant Care Teacher
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Early Preschool Teacher 
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Toddler Lead Teacher 
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Preschool Teacher 

Supporting Roles 

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Grant Specialist 
Sofiya Nazarov
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Food Service Provider
Brittania Turk 

Our Programs

We serve children from 6 weeks through school-age with nurturing, high-quality learning experiences designed for every stage of development.

Infants  (6weeks-1 Year)
(6 Weeks – 12 Months)
A nurturing, responsive environment where babies are held, comforted, and supported as they explore the world through touch, sound, and connection.


Toddlers (1–2 Years)

Busy hands, growing words, and big discoveries. We support early independence, language development, and social learning through guided play.

Early Preschool (2–3 Years)

Big feelings, bigger language, and growing confidence. Children begin cooperative play, strengthen communication skills, and explore structured learning through hands-on experiences.
 

Preschool (3–4 Years)

Curiosity comes alive. Through Creative Curriculum and purposeful exploration, children build early literacy, problem-solving, and confidence.

VPK (Pre-Kindergarten)

Kindergarten readiness with intention. Our VPK program strengthens early reading, math, and self-regulation skills to ensure a confident transition to school.

Afterschool (School Age)

A safe, supportive space for homework help, enrichment activities, and meaningful connections after the school day ends.

1250 NE 18th Ave BLDG.# 11,
Gainesville, FL 32609

352-225-3931

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All Rights Reserved.

 

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