20011-2012 School Year VPK Program
Profiles & Locations

Note: SCHOOL YEAR (not Summer) Public School VPK programs may have some restrictions. VPK programs in Public Schools are in various Title I School attendance areas. Please call the school directly or Find Your Neighborhood School From Your Address to see if your child is eligible to attend at that site. Public schools on this list begin with ECSD (Escambia County School District).

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ADORABLE TOTS PRESCHOOL

Approved

615 North W Street
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 439-1114

Director: Teswanna Johnson
Lead Teacher Credential: MA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	08/19/2013	Transportation:		Cost:	Variable
VPK Program Ends:	05/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:		Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	70	Curriculum:	DLM and Creative Curriculum

We exist to serve children from all backgrounds and ethnic groups. We believe that all children can learn and we put effort into each child individually and group wise. Children are our business. Our VPK teachers come with high level credentials and many years of Experiences possessing a love factor that makes them continue. Children learn here and are proud of themselves. They leave us with confident that can last a lifetime.

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ADORING ADDITION PRE-K

Approved

1408 East Blount Street
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 434-0011

Director: Hattie Carter
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	05/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:
School Readiness Score:	95	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Adoring Addition is a high quality, developmentally and age appropriae program designed to prepare pre-k students for early literacy and Kindergarten. Staff to child ratio 2:18/21

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ALICE S. WILLIAMS DAY CARE

Approved

1015 North E Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 438-2325

Director: WANDA LETT
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	09/04/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	05/01/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	included
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$11.88
School Readiness Score:	75	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Circle time (learning letters, colors, shapes, counting, science, singing songs and weekly theme) using story time to learn new words and children will recognize letters. Children will dictate stories, using puppets to foster their reading and language skills. Encourage parents to attend lapsits and multiculture activities. Have community environment to visit. Staff to child ratio is 1:11.

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AMAZING GRACE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

Approved

6601 North 9th Avenue
Pensacola FL 32504-7345
(850) 505-7735

Director: Amy Onkka
Lead Teacher Credential: BA Education

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	08/26/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	05/21/2014	Meals:	No	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9 AM to 1PM	Before & After Care:	8-9 am & 1-2 pm	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	83	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Amazing Grace Christian Preschool is a faith based learning environment. We offer classes for 2, 3, and 4 year olds. We strive to help your child grow spiritually, emotionally, intelligently, physically and socially. We want your child's preschool experienlce to be a positive, loving and developmentally appropriate learning environment. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 OR 2:20.

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ANDREA GRACE - LFCCH

Approved

8146 IMPERIAL DR
PENSACOLA FL 32506

Director: Andrea Grace
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Family Child Care Home	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:		Transportation:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Program Ends:		Meals:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Daily Hours:	9:00 AM to 12:00 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	variable
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

My program is an accredited under NAFCC, Director Credential, VPK Director, CPR/First Aid Cref,Program curriculum - Creative Curriculum, Large Family Home, hours of operation 24 hours, 5 days a week. Ages 6wks - 10 year old, VPK hours 9 AM - Noon, Monday - Friday. USDA - Food Program - serve - breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner.

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AVONDALE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Approved

3803 B Patricia Drive
Pensacola FL 32526
(850) 458-7060

Director: Shannon Boone
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
VPK Program Ends:	4/24/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	No Cost
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	16.00 a day
School Readiness Score:	71	Curriculum:	ELLMPlus

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BELLS & BUBBLES CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Approved

2201 Langley Avenue
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 476-8930

Director: Juantesha McCreary
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Program Ends:	05/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9:00-12:00	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$65/wk
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	High Reach Learning

Your child will develop independence, social/emotional growth, language skills, literacy awareness, physical development and confidence. The goal is to assist each child to reach the fullest potential of his/her foundation for learning. Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.

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BLESSED STAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Approved

9151 North Davis Highway
Pensacola FL 32514-5844
(850) 476-9208

Director: Olivia Chen
Lead Teacher Credential: MS

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/22/2014	Meals:	YES	Cost:	$3.00 PER MEAL
VPK Daily Hours:	8:15-12:15	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	50	Curriculum:	Montessori

Our preschool program allows the child to explore and experience learning through 5 specific areas: 1 practical life, 2. Sensorial, 3. Mathematics, 4. language and 5. Culture.

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BLUE ANGEL EARLY LEARNING CENTER

Approved

10271 Sorrento Road
Pensacola FL 32507
(850)456-9501

Director: Stephanie Lynch
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	08/21/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	05/01/2014	Meals:	YES	Cost:	$4.50
VPK Daily Hours:	8:00-11:30 or 9:00 - 12:30	Before & After Care:	YES	Cost:	$90/wk
School Readiness Score:	88	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Fulltime accredited VPK Program with wrap around care.

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BRITE START LEARNING AND CHILD CARE CENTER

Approved

5000 Mobile Highway Suite 9
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 457-0096

Director: Victoria Jordan
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	08/19/2013	Transportation:	YES	Cost:	15.00
VPK Program Ends:	05/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	Free
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 - 11:30	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$70 FT/ $60 PT
School Readiness Score:	75	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

We provide a very safe, lovable, kind, fun, environment. The children will learn by doing hands on activities and learn from each other. They will learn by having fun doing group activities and games. Breakfast will be offered before VPK starts at 8:30 am.

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C.E.Y.'S - MASON

Approved

31 MASON LN
PENSACOLA FL 32505

Director: Holly Moultrie
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	08/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Program Ends:	05/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	Free
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 - 11:30	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	variable
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	High Reach Learning

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CAMP FIRE USA - CENTURY YOUTH LEARNING CENTER

Approved

6031 Industrial Boulevard
Century FL 32535
(850) 256-0953

Director: Pam Townson
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	YES	Cost:	SNACK
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	67.00
School Readiness Score:	95	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

We believe that all children are very unique and special in their own way. We promote social, intellectual, physical, and emotional development. We expand and enrich children's language. We provide a rich language environment to develop a positive attitude towards learning. We provide family enrichment activities and encourage family participation. We teach lesson and program activities by design that builds confidence in children. We provide children with nutritional snacks that enhance their readiness for the day. We provide local field trips, building on the children's knowledge of their community.

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CAMP FIRE USA - PSC CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Approved

1000 College Boulevard, Bldg. 24
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 484-1521

Director: Tina Issacson
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	INCLUDED
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$95/wk
School Readiness Score:	81	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

We offer a quality program before and after the hours of VPK which allows the children to further grow and develop skills to become successful students in Kindergarten. We encourage the children to light the fire within them to spark their educational future.

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CAPSTONE ACADEMY- OUR TIME

Approved

4901 West Fairfield Drive
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 458-PREK

Director: KANDEE JOHNSON
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting:	Charter	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/20/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/13/2014	Meals:	YES	Cost:	SNACK
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	YES - Aftercare Only	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	78	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

A rigorous prekindergarten program in a inclusive environment focused on helping each child develop the skills needed to enter kindergarten ready to learn. A systematic approach to teaching and assessing providers targeted information regarding each child's progress allowing the teacher to focus on individual strengths.

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CHILD DISCOVERY CENTER OF FIRST PRESBYTERIAN

Approved

33 East Gregory Street
Pensacola FL 32502-4836
(850) 433-2463

Director: Lori Winterberry
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:	Call for info
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Call for info
School Readiness Score:	90	Curriculum:	High Reach & Creative

We are an Accredited, Gold Seal 4 Star program, in operation since 1967. We offer a safe, caring learning environment with career education and we have zero turnover in staff. Our VPK scores are in top 10% of the state. Please feel free to drop in at any time for a tour of our school.

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D.T. CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Approved

1780 West Detroit Boulevard
Pensacola FL 32534
(850) 969-1903

Director: Latavia Blunt
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	NO	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	yes	Cost:	Free
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	yes	Cost:	60.00
School Readiness Score:	75	Curriculum:	Creative

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Destiny's Child Learning Academy

Approved

1700 W Jackson Street
Pensacola FL 32506

Director: VICKI COOKS
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/26/2013	Transportation:	YES	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	3/31/2014	Meals:	YES	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 12:30	Before & After Care:	YES	Cost:	85.00
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

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EAST HILL BAPTIST CHURCH, INC.

Approved

3960 Spanish Trail Road
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 434-6612

Director: Phyllis Hinnant
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/29/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	included
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$80/wk
School Readiness Score:	82	Curriculum:	High Reach

East Hill Baptist Church Day Care provides quality care in a Christian setting. Our VPK program continues to score well with Escambia County and we have children well prepared to continue their education.

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ECSD GLOBAL LEARNING ACADEMY

APPROVED

100 North "P' ST
PENSACOLA FL 32505

Director: SHEREE CAGLE
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting:		Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	08/20/2012	Transportation:	YES	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	05/31/2013	Meals:	YES	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	7:25 - 10:25 AM	Before & After Care:		Cost:
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	HIGH SCOPE

ECSD Pre-K program is a high quality developmentally appropriate preschool program designed to prepare children to be ready to enter Kindergarten and be successful. The Program implements a research-based curriculum with an interactive hands on approach.

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ENGLEWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH EARLY EDUCATION

Approved

1240 West Scott Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 434-1998

Director: Carolyn White
Lead Teacher Credential: BS

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	25	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Our program offers a comprehensive developmental process. Directed toward the growth and learning of children. Our program has educational Values in all aspects of education from the aarts to academics. We assist with developmental Programs for children with social and emotional problems and we offer tutorial assistance for school homework.

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ENSLEY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Approved

8497 North Palafox Street
Pensacola FL 32534
(850)471-0713

Director: Rena Files
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	9/2/2013	Transportation:	yes	Cost:	$15
VPK Program Ends:	5/7/2014	Meals:		Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes VPK/Wrap	Cost:	60.00
School Readiness Score:	79	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

To maintain a safe and healthy environment and to meet the needs in every area of Child Development. To enbance the student developmental skills and to prepare them to be school ready.

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FIRST UNITED METHODIST - NOAH'S ARK

Approved

6 East Wright Street
Pensacola FL 32501
(850) 438-3508

Director: Lynda Rabon
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	$3.00
VPK Daily Hours:	9 AM to 12:00 PM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$425.00
School Readiness Score:	88	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Methodist Children's Academy is an extension of the children's programs of First United Methodist Church. We are committed to providing a loving, nurturing environment where the children can grow socially, physically, academically and spirtitually.

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FIVE STAR ACADEMY CANTONMENT

Approved

418 North Highway 29
Cantonment FL 32533
(850) 937-9330

Director: Tammy Gibson
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/31/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 - 11:30	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	78.00
School Readiness Score:	63	Curriculum:	Creative

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GATEWAY CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL

Approved

245 Brent Lane
Pensacola FL 32503-2204
(850) 476-4466

Director: Barbara Deem
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/14/2014	Meals:	No	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9:00-12:15	Before & After Care:	8-9 AM and 1-2 PM	Cost:	$5/hr
School Readiness Score:	86	Curriculum:	Creative

Gateway Christian Preschoool is a faith-based early childcare facility. We provide a loving and safe Christian environment where we offer a wide variety of experiences to provide the opportunity to learn through play. We strongly believe that children learn through play. We also believe that you must serve the family as a whole in order to best meet the needs of the children.

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Global Learning Center

Approved

5215 Saufley Field Rd
Pensacola FL 32526
850-453-1199

Director: Cornel McGee
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Child Care Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/08/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9:00 AM - Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	83.00
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	ELLM PLUS

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GONZALEZ UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Approved

.2026 Pauline Street
Pensacola FL 32533
(850) 968-6245

Director: Tamela Hicks
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	$3/day
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$355/mo
School Readiness Score:	98	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

We are a small center staffed with loving, Christian teachers. Our center is a ministry of Gonzalez United Methodist Church. We seek to provide an atmosphere that stimulates learning through play, exploration, self expression, observation, problem solving, and loving instruction.

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JAMISON STREET PRESCHOOL

Approved

20 Jamison Street
Pensacola FL 32507
(850) 453-5575

Director: Peggy Steward
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/26/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/01/2014	Meals:	Snack	Cost:	No cost
VPK Daily Hours:	7:30 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$80.00
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Our longer days assist children in preparing for kindergarten. Children are exposed to hands on Montessori and Traditional activities. Our Volunteer Parent involvement, weekly homework, computer skills, and daily writing all prepare your child for their next level of Education. Children are our priority!

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JUBILEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Approved

5910 N "W" Street
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 494-2477

Director: Myranchie (Mychie) Layne
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Non-Public School	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	2.00 for Breakfast / 3.50 for Lunch
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11:15 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes - 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM	Cost:	$50.00 or 4.50
School Readiness Score:	81	Curriculum:	WEE Learn

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KIDDIE KORRAL CHILDCARE CENTER

Approved

8751 University Parkway
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 477-1771

Director: Vernadine Gordon
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	Lunch
VPK Daily Hours:	8:00 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$85/wk
School Readiness Score:	75	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Kiddie Korral Childcare is a Christian childcare center. We offer affordable quality childcare. Our cargivers are thoroughly screened and trained to ensure that your chid receives quality care in a safe environment. We use Creative Curriculum which is state approved,and we also combine a variety of materials and resources in our program. Promoting preschool education, social and physical skills, thus encouraging balannced growth for the total child.

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KIDS KLUB LEARNING CENTER

Approved

8350 North Davis Highway
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 478-7090

Director: Brittany CURTIS
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	No	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:15 AM to 11:15 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$80/wk
School Readiness Score:	79	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

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KIDS PLACE LEARNING CENTER

Approved

9490 Pensacola Boulevard
Pensacola FL 32534
(850) 473-8912

Director: Robert Dunn
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	No	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9:00 AM to Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$85/wk
School Readiness Score:	69	Curriculum:	Creative

Staff to child ratio is 2:20.

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KIDSMART LEARNING CENTER 2

Approved

2525 N Tarragona St
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 469-4690

Director: Cynthia Fray
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/26/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	4/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM - Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	85.00
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative

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KIDZ ACADEMY

Approved

100 N New Warrington Road
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 458-8551

Director: Diane Kenny
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/13/2014	Meals:	No	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	100	Curriculum:	High Reach

Kidz Academy VPK is well rounded program that allows for each student to learn both academic and social skill. Readiness for Kindergarten is promoted though play and teacher directed activities. Children at Kidz Academy are encouraged to explore the world they live in while having fun.

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KIDZ KONNECTIONS LEARNING ACADEMY

Approved

3722 NavyBlvd.
Pensacola FL 32507

Director: NICOLE MILLER
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	YES	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/8/2014	Meals:	YES	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9:00 - Noon	Before & After Care:	YES	Cost:	83.00
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

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KINDERWORLD, INC.

Approved

2000 Toni Street
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 477-7080

Director: Margaret Carter and Terri Horton
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCP NECC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	4/23/2014	Meals:	Yes - Breskfast/Lunch	Cost:	Included
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Contract Provider
School Readiness Score:	69	Curriculum:	High Reach and Beyond Centers and Circle Time

Kinder World, the place to find fun, love and learning. Come by and check out our center, you will find a clean and safe environment for your child to learn. Our teachers in VPK have been with us many years, and they are dedicated professional who love what they do. VPK consist of instructional time, outdoor play/learnig, center time that includes educational computer programs, home living, construction, library, block, manipulatives, math and science, games, music and more. We teach social skills and incorporate character building into our daily lesson.

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KNOWLEDGE AND FUN LEARNING CENTER, LLC

Approved

596 North Fairfield Drive
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 456-4133

Director: Karen Hodgson
Lead Teacher Credential: AS

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	No	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	20	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Staff to child ratio is 1:11 or 2:20.

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LEGENDARY KIDS

Approved

3564 West Fairfield Drive
Pensacola Fl 32506
850-607-8372

Director: Eboni Singer
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/23/10	Transportation:		Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	MAY 2011	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11 AM OR 8:30 AM TO 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$65/wk
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Our goal is to create a fun learning environment for all preschoolers, also to ensure that htey will be kidnergarten ready when it is time for them to start school. We will focus on all developmental areas to ensure that each child is reaching the milestones that they should for their particular age. Staff to child ratio is 2:18.

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LIGHTHOUSE PRIVATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Approved

5613 GULF BREEZE PKWY
GULF BREEZE FL 32563

Director: JOANNA MORRIS
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/20/2013	Transportation:	NO	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/28/2014	Meals:	NO	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9:00 AM -1:00 PM	Before & After Care:	YES	Cost:	$90/WK OR $3/HR
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Small classes, Christian Based, Postive Discipline

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LITTLE RED SCHOOL HOUSE, LLC

Approved

3785 East Olive Road
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 477-2773

Director: Euwanna Brown
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	NO	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	See school
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	50	Curriculum:	High Reach / Creative Curriculum

We use High Reach/Creative curriculum. Plus music, art, dramatic play to enrich our program. Staff is very dedicated to help children learn and gain independence and self confidence.

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MARCUS POINT LEARNING CENTER

Approved

6025 Enterprise Drive
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 475-0444

Director: Ellen Welch
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	NO	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/23/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	63	Curriculum:	High Reach/ Creative Curriculum

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MISS KATHY'S EARLY LEARNING - JOHNSON AVENUE

Approved

2275 East Johnson Avenue
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 479-6031

Director: Bonnie Conway
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	no	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/16/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11:15 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	100	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Creative well rounded in the children's development and learning skills for their entrance into kindergarten and their early elementary education.

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MISS KATHY'S PRE-K - CHEMSTRAND ROAD

Approved

8721 Chemstrand Road
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 476-8320

Director: PAULETTE VERITY
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/16/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11;15 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	82	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Creative well rounded in the children's development and learning skills for their entrance into kindergarten and their elementary education.

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NORTH WEST ESCAMBIA LEARNING CENTER LLC

Approved

11291 Hwy 97
Walnut Hill FL 32568
850-327-4212

Director: Cathryn Reynolds
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	NO	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/28/2014	Meals:	NO	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:00-11:00	Before & After Care:	YES	Cost:	55.00
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	High Reach

We are a loving, caring facility that's seeks wayss continuously to better the child. Hard working dedicated staff.

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PLAY TYME DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER

Approved

1204 Creighton Road
Pensacola FL 32504
(850) 473-6554

Director: Kelley Brown
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Daily Hours:	9 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	67	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

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PRECIOUS LIL ANGELS LEARNING CENTER INC

Approved

6119 W. JACKSON ST.
PENSACOLA FL 32506
(850) 453-1710

Director: Sheila Primm
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Program Ends:	4/25/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	75	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

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REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL

Approved

333 COMMERCE ST.
PENSACOLA FL 32507
850-455-0330

Director: Pamela Duncan
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:		Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	08/19/2013	Transportation:	NO	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	4/30/2014	Meals:	NO	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:00 - 11:30	Before & After Care:	6:30 am - 8:00am & 2:30-6pm	Cost:	Hourly rate
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

We provide a safe, Christ-cented environment with hands-on learning for every child with Phonics, Math, Science, Religion, Art, Music, Computer and more. We strive to achieve excellence and want our children to develop intellectually, physically, morally & spiritually. We are a faith based school providing Chapel on a weekly basis for students VPK thru 8th.

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Rock Child Development Center

Approved

901 North A St.
Pensacola FL 32501
850-433-9476

Director: Gail Hill
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/22/2011	Transportation:	yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Program Ends:	6/1/2012	Meals:	yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

To provide a program that includes active learning and concrete encounters with the world through the word of God, play, and learning experiences. Staff to child ratio 1:11 or 2:20.

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SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL SCHOOL

Approved

1603 North 12th Ave
Pensacola FL 32503
850-436-6440 x4

Director: CRAIG MOUSSEAU
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting:	Faith Based	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/12/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Daily Hours:	7:45-11:00	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$7/day (2:40-5:30)
School Readiness Score:	93	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

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SAND CASTLE ACADEMY

Approved

4000 North Palafox Street
Pensacola FL 32505
(850) 435-8888

Director: Kerry Kust
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	NO	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Small group size; wrap around care available; Gold Seal school; USDA food program.

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SCENIC PRESCHOOL

Approved

945 Scenic Highway
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 438-2692

Director: Jackie Cotton
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes, Limited Area	Cost:	Variable
VPK Program Ends:	5/24/2013	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	5/23/2014	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$75/WK AFTERCARE
School Readiness Score:	89	Curriculum:	Creative

We teach a non-denominational Christian program included with the VPK lessons. We open at 6:00, before care is free. We provide limited afternoon free drop off at home. Children learn in a fun environment in a fun way. We have been here for 27 years. Please stop by and visit our center.

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Scholars Academy, Inc.

Approved

2610 W. Michigan Ave
Pensacola FL 32526
850-944-5580

Director: Deborah Jackson
Lead Teacher Credential: BS

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
VPK Program Ends:	3/13/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:00-12:00	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:		Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Providing learning opportunities in an environment designed for young children to develop physical, social and intellectual skills. Scholars Academy provides a safe and nutrition environment.

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ST. CHRISTOPHER'S PRESCHOOL

Approved

3200 North 12th Avenue
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 434-0986

Director: Debra Denney
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/29/2014	Meals:	No	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9 AM to 12 PM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:
School Readiness Score:	85	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Early Education Preschool offers exceptional education as well as physical, emotional, and Spirtual development. We offer Spanish, Sign Language, Music, Art, Chapel,and Stretch and Grow.

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ST. JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Approved

325 S. Navy Blvd.
Pensacola FL 32507
(850) 456-5218

Director: Teresa Berger or Ann Williams
Lead Teacher Credential: MA

Setting:	Non-Public School	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/20/2012	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/24/2013	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	7:45 AM to 11:00	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:
School Readiness Score:	75	Curriculum:	HAPPILY EVER AFTER

We believe that all students should have a sense of belonging that leads to caring for the community through spiritual intellectual, personal, physical, and social growth. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.

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ST. PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Approved

3121 Hyde Park Road
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 436-6435

Director: Lorelei Darga
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCP

Setting:	Non-Public School	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	7:50 AM - 2:45 PM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	82	Curriculum:	High Scope & Super Kids

An enriching program designed to meet children's developmental needs socially, physically, intellectually, and emotionally. The curriculum enables children to explore, understand, create and experience new ideas and concepts. It offers children a hands-on approach to learning many skills such as language, pre-reading, math, science, art, etc.

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ST. PAUL LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL

Approved

4600 North 9th Avenue
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 438-3805

Director: Monica Moore
Lead Teacher Credential: AA, FCCPC, BS

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	9/4/2012	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/24/2013	Meals:	YES, TWICE PER WK	Cost:	$3.00
VPK Daily Hours:	9 AM to 1 PM	Before & After Care:	1-2PM	Cost:	$6
School Readiness Score:	83	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

St Paul Lutheran Preschool is a fun, loving, and developmentally appropriate environment where children learn to love going to school. Creative and dedicated teachers present a place where the children are taught to be independent and are offered stimulating activities each day. The curriculum includes enriching activities such as Chapel, German, Yoga, and Visiting Musicians. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.

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TODDLER TECH

Approved

4508 Twin Oaks Drive
Pensacola FL 32506
(850) 457-7676

Director: Loretta Richardson
Lead Teacher Credential: BS Elem. Ed.

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/20/2012	Transportation:	YES	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/24/2013	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	$5 WK
VPK Daily Hours:	8 AM to 11 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$75/wk
School Readiness Score:	78	Curriculum:	High Reach

Toddler Tech will ensure the teacher, parent, and students are aware of the skills covered each quarter. We continue to have an open door policy to all adults involved in our VPK program. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.

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TREEHOUSE LEARNING

Approved

3912 Barrancas Avenue
Pensacola FL 32507
(850) 453-4598

Director: Roselyn Sukal
Lead Teacher Credential: FCCPC

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/19/2013	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/30/2014	Meals:	Yes	Cost:	None
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 11:30 AM	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$99/wk
School Readiness Score:	82	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

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TRINITY LEARNING CENTER

Approved

3400 Bayou Boulevard
Pensacola FL 32503
(850) 435-7829

Director: AnnaKay Shirah
Lead Teacher Credential: CDA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:	Yes
VPK Program Begins:	8/20/2012	Transportation:	No	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/31/2013	Meals:	No	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	9 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	Yes	Cost:	$380/mo
School Readiness Score:	93	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

TLC provides a hands-on learning environment with developmentally appropriate activities in keeping with the VPK standards. Our classrooms are designed for the children to work at their own pace and to feel successful. Trinity's teachers are devoted to lovingly preparing our children for kindergarten cognitively, emotionally, and socially. Staff to child ratio is 2:20.

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UWF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT

Approved

11000 University Parkway Bldg 99
Pensacola FL 32514-5750
(850) 474-2195

Director: Cyntha Watson
Lead Teacher Credential: BA

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/26/2013	Transportation:	NO	Cost:
VPK Program Ends:	5/2/2014	Meals:	NO	Cost:
VPK Daily Hours:	8:30 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	YES	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	85	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Play based educational program.

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VICTORIA'S EARLY LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT CENTER II

Approved

9111 Sturdevant Street, Suite B
Pensacola FL 32514
(850) 475-5805

Director: Victoria Francis
Lead Teacher Credential: Director's

Setting:	Center	Gold Seal?:
VPK Program Begins:	8/22/2011	Transportation:	Yes	Cost:	variable
VPK Program Ends:	6/1/2012	Meals:		Cost:	None
VPK Daily Hours:	9 AM to 12 Noon	Before & After Care:	yes	Cost:	Variable
School Readiness Score:	53	Curriculum:	Creative Curriculum

Staff to child ratio is 2:20.

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