R4K (Ready for Kindergarten) is an initiative of United Way of the Mohawk Valley. It’s
holistic approach brings a unique perspective to early childhood education, helping
families ensure their children are best prepared for success as they begin school.

Family School Navigator is an employee of United Way of the Mohawk Valley
as part of their R4K initiative. They are embedded in several elementary schools
throughout Oneida and Herkimer counties and work with children ages 0-12 and their
families. R4K Family School Navigators connect with families in our community. Their
goal is to enhance children’s readiness for kindergarten and success in life.

A Family School Navigator is an employee of United Way of the Mohawk Valley as part of their R4K initiative. They are embedded in several elementary schools throughout Oneida and Herkimer counties and work with children ages 0-12 and their families. R4K Family School Navigators connect with families in our community. Their goal is to enhance children’s readiness for kindergarten and success in life.

Newborns to Preschoolers:

• Information for healthy development
• Assessment for needs (educational, social, emotional, and physical)
• Identify and address behavioral issues
• Prepare for Kindergarten
• Guidance and referrals to community services
• Monitor for improvement

Kindergarten to 6th Grade Students:

• Address the student needs identified by the school and/or the parents
• Assessment for any additional needs (educational, social, emotional, physical)
• Attendance issues
• Guidance and referrals to community services
• Monitor for improvement

Parents & Families:

• Confidential meetings (home and school)
• Linkage to services for basic needs (food, clothing, housing, heat, transportation, etc.)
• Health, education, employment issues
• Domestic Violence
• School relations

Contact Information for Amy Bladek
Phone Number: 315-823-1400 Extension x1151
Email: abladek@lfcsd.org