Florida’s Voice for Early Learning

For a total of 8 years, we have tried to become APPLE Accredited. We were faced with many obstacles that hindered us such as Covid-19, shortage of teachers, and money. This year was the year we decided we wouldn't let nothing stand in our way. We contacted APPLE and spoke with Selena who would guide us in becoming an APPLE Accredited Daycare/Aftercare program. Selena's approach with us, her knowledge of the process, her words of encouragement, and her passion were everything we needed continue moving forward. We knew once we came in contact with her, she is not just doing a job. Selena loves what she does. She was excited about us becoming accredited. She walked us through the entire process, was always available to answer questions, she was very patient and a great cheerleader! A special shout out to FACCM for sending us their Best employee to assist us in becoming an Apple Accredited/Gold Seal Center for excellence!

~Tracy & Tammi Wilkins

I’ve been working with FACCM and APPLE since 2010 and the support and guidance that I have received over the last 3 years has been outstanding. They have updated their submission process to an online portal (which to be honest, terrified me at first), but they offered an online training to assist with how to prepare and submit our portfolio and when it came time for me to submit, it was much easier than I thought it would be. Their staff is always available to offer suggestions, guidance and assistance, especially during times of re-accreditation. I am truly grateful for all of their help.

Our Center has been APPLE Accredited for almost 20 years. Over the years APPLE Accreditation has helped our Center to provide quality care and remain a quality Childcare Center. We appreciate all the incentives APPLE has to offers. It was challenging going from paper to the online portal, but the staff was always available to assist with a caring attitude. Over the years Selena has helped and supported us with any questions throughout our Accreditation process. Selena is passionate about her job and it shows. She is dedicated in what she does. When we call Selena she always calls back in a timely manner with such a positive attitude. We would like to Thank the APPLE Team for all that they do.

The process was very smooth and the verifier was professional and respectful to all staff and the
Director. The process was less stressful on the Director and teachers than imagined.

I feel like the process was very smooth and the verifier was informative. She was observant and made little distraction when monitoring the classrooms. I had multiple teachers show appreciation for this. The verifier was very knowledgeable on what is expected for APPLE. When she was done she went over the prosses clearly and asked if I had any questions.

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