First Steps Washtenaw Ann Arbor: Home

Winter II began Saturday, 2/27/10

Welcome to First Steps in Ann Arbor

Did you know a child's brain is 85% developed in the first 5 years of life? Every experience helps develop this foundation. First Steps provides classes to help children socialize with others; staff visits to support you and your family; current parenting ideas and much more.

First Steps Washtenaw, based on the national program Parents as Teachers, is an innovative partnership between home, school and the community. It is open to all families with children from birth until kindergarten entry who live in the Ann Arbor School District.

The basic membership fee is $32 each month and is paid in 2-month increments. Partial and full scholarships are available.

To join First Steps. please come to the next scheduled orientation. The program is explained and pictures of our class sites are shared before you sign up and then pay your membership fee.