Region Stories from San Carlos Apache

These stories illustrate how early childhood programs and services funded by First Things First make a difference for young children and families in communities across Arizona.

Vision screening helps Seven Mile boy see clearly

January 25, 2024
San Carlos Apache health and developmental screenings

The First Things First San Carlos Apache Regional Council funds developmental, hearing and vision screenings to improve the number of screenings for young children in the region. Read More

Florene Thompson, 2023 San Carlos Apache Champion

Florene Thompson is the San Carlos Apache Champion

7/21/2023
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Florene Thompson has been selected as the 2023 First Things First San Carlos Apache Region Champion for Young Children.

Vision screenings help San Carlos grandkids see clearly

11/9/2022
developmental screenings

The FTF San Carlos Apache Region funds developmental, hearing and vision screenings to improve the number of screenings for children in the region.

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

10/20/2022
language preservation

Some FTF regions support a Native Language Preservation Strategy to give families tools to promote their children’s language development.

New regional council members share expertise and passion

7/8/2022
AZ communities

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
San Carlos Apache

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…

preschool boy with blue shirt standing in classroom

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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