Parent Resources

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We believe that strong partnerships with families help children thrive. Below you’ll find helpful local and statewide resources for parents in Rockwall and the surrounding North Central Texas area.

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Help Paying for Child Care

Texas Child Care Connection (TX3C) Apply online for Child Care Services (CCS) scholarships that can help cover the cost of daycare. Apply here Texas Child Care Connection for Families

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Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas Rockwall County is served by this agency. Learn about eligibility, income guidelines, and how the scholarship program works. Website: dfwjobs.com/child-care Phone: 940-382-6712

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Local Early Childhood Programs

Rockwall ISD Early Childhood & Pre-K Information about free qualifying Pre-K, tuition Pre-K, and other early learning options in Rockwall ISD. Visit Rockwall ISD Early Childhood

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Rockwall ISD Early Head Start Free program for qualifying pregnant women and children birth to age 3. Location: 1197 T.L. Townsend Drive, Rockwall Phone: 972-772-5790

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Rockwall ISD Parent Education Center Support for families, including ESL services and Pre-K enrollment help. 801 E. Washington Street, Rockwall Phone: 972-772-2073

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Parenting Support & Education

Texas Child Care Solutions Parenting tips, activity ideas, and connections to local resources for families with young children.

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AVANCE-North Texas Free Parent-Child Education Program for families with children ages 0–4. Learn more

United Way of Metropolitan Dallas – HOPES Program Free parent education, home visiting, and family support services. View resources

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Child Development & Special Needs

Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Free services for babies and toddlers (birth–3) who have developmental delays or disabilities. Contact your local ECI provider through Texas Health and Human Services.

Rockwall ISD Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Services for children ages 3–5 with disabilities. Information is available through Rockwall ISD Special Programs.

Health, Safety & Everyday Parenting Tools

• Texas Health and Human Services – Child Care Regulation Look up licensing information and find general guidance for parents. hhs.texas.gov/providers/child-care-regulation

• CDC Milestone Tracker App – Free tool to track your child’s developmental milestones.

• Zero to Three – Research-based articles and tips for infants and toddlers. zerotothree.org

• HealthyChildren.org (American Academy of Pediatrics) – Trusted advice on children’s health and development.

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Community Support

2-1-1 Texas Call 2-1-1 or visit 211texas.org for local help with food, housing, parenting classes, and other family support services in Rockwall County.