Universal Child Care Is Popular. New Mexico Showed Us How We Can Win It.
A vibrant, grassroots, bottom-up movement was behind the victory, offering a template that other states can follow.| Articles – Truthout
A vibrant, grassroots, bottom-up movement was behind the victory, offering a template that other states can follow.| Articles – Truthout
In a recent interview, Leslie Forde, founder of the organization Mom’s Hierarchy of Needs, described what it felt like to go back to work full-time in a demanding professional role after having her second child. Due to circumstances outside of her control, her job responsibilities increased, and she needed “to bring [her] most strategic, clear-thinking […] The post Why We Should Take Maternal Burnout Seriously appeared first on Fairer Disputations.| Fairer Disputations
The program, which will start in November 2025, will be available to all New Mexico residents regardless of income.| ParentsTogether
In a new poll from First Five Years Fund, Rural Americans say money is tight, and child care is a significant part of that burden. The survey shows that the … The post POLLING: Rural Voters on Child Care and Head Start appeared first on First Five Years Fund.| First Five Years Fund
On September 17, more than 200 members and staff from Head Start programs across the country gathered in the Rayburn House Office Building for a Stand for| First Five Years Fund
Hello! This is Christina Samuels, the early education editor here at Hechinger. By now, I hope you’ve had a chance to read my colleague Jackie Mader’s story about the important role that Head Start plays in rural communities. While Jackie set her story in western Ohio, she also interviewed Head Start parents and leaders in […] The post Spend more federal money on child care, rural parents say appeared first on The Hechinger Report.| The Hechinger Report
When Starr Dixon heard the Trump administration was floating a proposal last spring to eliminate Head Start, the 27-year-old parent in rural Michigan cried for a week. The free, federally funded early learning program has been life-changing for her and her young daughter, she said. It provided stability after Dixon, who lives about 100 miles […] The post What I learned about Head Start in rural America appeared first on The Hechinger Report.| The Hechinger Report
TROY, Ohio — For almost as long as she’s been a mother, Sara Laughlin has known where she could turn for help in this western Ohio town 20 miles north of Dayton. For years, the local Head Start program provided stability and care for her oldest son, and it now does the same for her […] The post Rural Americans rely on Head Start. Federal turmoil has them worried appeared first on The Hechinger Report.| The Hechinger Report
Military parents can access resources and benefits such as TRICARE health coverage, free specialty consultations, the New Parent Support Program and more.| Military OneSource
Solangel, a Venezuelan immigrant, is the mother of a 7-year-old who blossomed at the Head Start preschool program he attended in a Denver suburb. He ...| EdSurge Articles
This week, the First Five Years Fund (FFYF) and the Women’s Congressional Policy Institute (WCPI) co-hosted a bipartisan briefing on Capitol Hill to spotlight that Child Care Means Business. The … The post Child Care Means Business: Leaders and Employers Highlight Urgent Need for Solutions appeared first on First Five Years Fund.| First Five Years Fund
FFYF’s 2025 State Fact Sheets show how federal investments in child care impact working parents, children, and the economy. These federal programs not only benefit families nationwide, they also serve … The post ANALYSIS: FFYF’s 2025 State Fact Sheets appeared first on First Five Years Fund.| First Five Years Fund
The policy will lower construction and permit fees for child care facilities in an attempt to alleviate some of the struggles providers face.| Brainerd Dispatch
The Liberals fall short on many progressive policies, but kowtowing to Pierre Poilievre on the carbon tax is dangerous| Commentary Archives – The Independent
A federally funded preschool program remains intact but officials are worried about its funding – and ultimately its future.| EdSurge Articles
Elizabeth School District’s ribbon cutting ceremony for its improved and expanded child-care facility was held on Aug. 5 at 200 E. Maple St. in Elizabeth. District leadership, including Superintendent Dan Snowberger, ESD childcare staff, preschool staff and representatives from the Elizabeth Area Chamber of Commerce all came to show their support. ESD’s Director of Early […]| Elbert County News
Partnership Awards Kawartha Works Community Co-op Represented by Jim Armstrong Kawartha Works Community Co-op wins the Partnership Award for their extensive efforts to support the development of The Loft youth drop-in program in Fenelon Falls. KWCC has provided unwavering leadership, insights, connections and have helped raise money to support the program. City of Kawartha […] The post Awards At Our Annual General Meeting of 2025 first appeared on BGC Kawarthas.| BGC Kawarthas
Local resident Catherine Miller has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal, after being nominated by BGC Kawarthas, formerly Boys & Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes. In May 2023, King Charles III celebrated his Coronation, and in addition to issuing hundreds of thousands of medals for UK citizens, Canada was issued 30,000 special ones. […] The post King Charles III Medal Awarded To Our Children & Youth Champion Catherine Miller first appeared on BGC Kawarthas.| BGC Kawarthas
Big changes are here for child care tax credits, and they don’t just impact families. They open meaningful opportunities for employers, too. The 2025 federal tax package expands several child care-related tax programs. The result? More ways for organizations to support working parents, while earning up to 50% back in tax credits. Care.com’s policy and Read more... The post New child care tax credits: What employers need to know appeared first on Care for Business.| Care for Business
Gov. Tony Evers and Department of Children and Families Secretary Jeff Pertl visited Newborn 2 School Education to talk about the new state investment in child care.| Superior Telegram
Preschool enrollment has the potential to substantially impact parents’ incomes. Parents’ Earnings and the Returns to Universal Pre-Kindergarten, a study on the economic impact of universal pre-kindergarten (UPK) enrollment in … The post Research Finds Preschool Enrollment Can Increase Parent Income appeared first on First Five Years Fund.| First Five Years Fund
WASHINGTON – Today, the Senate Appropriations Committee held a markup of the Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Act to| First Five Years Fund
The Trump administration’s actions threaten New York’s youngest learners by cutting Head Start funding, restricting access, and advancing anti-immigrant policies. Without action, these federal attacks could harm children and families for generations.| The Education Trust-New York
By Lisa Jameson-Shea, Director of Development Colorado’s dedication to supporting its early learning providers and making early childhood education more accessible for families continues with a new refundable state income […]| Denver's Early Childhood Council
State funded initiatives in Ohio and other parts of the country are working to strengthen child care teachers’ knowledge and confidence in working with young children with disabilities and developmental delays.| The Hechinger Report
“Looking only at one half of the population is a mistake.”| Vox
The pending closure of the Spicer YMCA Early Learning Center prompted local officials to seek a new operator to ensure continuity of care for enrolled children.| West Central Tribune
With federal funds from the American Rescue Plan gone, some states have established trust funds dedicated to early care and education.| www.the74million.org
Give your school-aged children the gift of flexible, intercultural childcare with Au Pair in America’s EduCare program.| Kid Notes
The lead-up to a new school year can be a hectic time for parents, filled with to-do lists, school supply outings, and schedule coordination—not to mention the search for reliable… The post Preparing for Back-to-School: How an Au Pair Can Help appeared first on Kid Notes.| Kid Notes
With children back in school and parents in need of vital childcare assistance, families across the U.S. turn to Au Pair in America for dependable, live-in childcare during the fall.… The post Fall Benefits of Hosting an Au Pair appeared first on Kid Notes.| Kid Notes
As families struggle to make ends meet, their children pay the price with higher levels of depression and anxiety, and slower cognitive development.| EdSurge Articles
California is the latest to offer universal pre-K, but some teachers and experts are concerned about unintended consequences.| EdSurge
Originally published on Face It Movement Access to high quality, safe child care settings is critical for families across the Commonwealth. But recent data reports highlight an increase of child abuse and maltreatment cases in child| Kentucky Youth Advocates
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Maggi’s home in a suburban neighborhood here is a haven for local families. It’s a place where after just a few weeks in Maggi’s family-run child care program this spring, one preschooler started calling Maggi “mama” and Maggi’s husband “papa.” Children who have graduated from Maggi’s program still beg their parents to […]| The Hechinger Report
Discover the top benefits that support working parents during back-to-school season—like Backup Care, tutoring, and mental health resources.| Care for Business
Abolitionist groups say North Carolina woman’s story shows how the U.S. child welfare system perpetuates white supremacy and settler colonialism.| Prism
The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education held a hearing this week to discuss how Congress| First Five Years Fund
Too many unpaid carers in the UK are struggling by on their own, unseen by policy makers. Taking inspiration from the union movement, says Hannah Webster of Care Full, it’s time to build the collective solidarity that can amplify our demands for an economy that values and supports us – and lifts carers out of poverty.| Views & Voices
Southern Connecticut State University is earning national attention for its support of student-parents, thanks to a recent feature by The Hechinger Report and The Boston Globe. The story highlights Southern student Cai-Lonni Haywood, a Navy veteran and mother who returned to college with the help of Southern’s drop-in child care center — made possible through […]| News at Southern
Updated each week with the latest child care and early learning stats you need to know.| First Five Years Fund
For FY26, 285 Members of Congress called for increased funding for federal early childhood education and care programs including 238 Democrats and 47 Republicans.| First Five Years Fund
The first digs at tossing the dirt for the ceremonial groundbreaking belonged to the children served by the existing center that will be replaced by a new one three times the size.| West Central Tribune
Police handcuffed Brittany Patterson in front of three of her four children for the crime of allowing her youngest son to walk less than a mile away.| Reason.com
Among those who work in the childcare industry in Southeast Minnesota, a general consensus prevails: The system is broken.| Cloquet Pine Journal
Among those who work in the childcare industry in Southeast Minnesota, a general consensus prevails: The system is broken.| Perham Focus
Sarah Rittling sat down with award-winning chef, restaurateur, and advocate Andrew Zimmern for a conversation about the intersection of child care, working families, and the restaurant industry.| First Five Years Fund
This week, FFYF, Child Care Aware of America, NAEYC, and the National Head Start Association hosted an inside look at the Congressional Appropriations process, which funds our nation’s main child care and early learning programs.| First Five Years Fund
A statement from Sarah Rittling, Executive Director of First Five Years Fund, on the impact this request has on child care and early learning programs and what Congress needs to do next.| First Five Years Fund
Uncover the growing impact of caregiving on the workforce and what employers can do today to support their employees more effectively.| Care.com Corporate
Explore the 20 best family business ideas to start this year. From profitable ventures to creative concepts, find the perfect business to grow with your loved ones.| BoostifyThemes
U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-AL) and Tim Kaine (D-VA) along with U.S. Representatives Mike Lawler (R-NY) and Salud Carbajal (D-CA) have introduced the| First Five Years Fund
Explore key data on financial strain, emotional toll, and the urgent need for solutions from Care.com's 12th Annual Cost of Care Report.| Care.com Corporate
This new poll found an overwhelming majority of voters including GOP voters want the White House and Congress to take action on child care.| First Five Years Fund
The election may be over, but the fight for care continues. Find out how Care.com is advocating for bipartisan family care solutions in 2025.| Care.com Corporate
A recent report by SmileHub rated Minnesota second overall and first for "support system strength"| Bemidji Pioneer
Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Katie Britt (R-AL) discuss their new child care legislation aimed at expanding access and affordability for U.S. families.| Care.com Corporate
State legislators discuss the pressing need to expand childcare options for parents and job benefits for childcare providers.| State Innovation Exchange
Ontario child-care centres that aren't participating in the national $10-a-day program will soon lose provincial funding to offer fee subsidies to lower-income families.| Global News
Gov. Jim Justice wants child tax credits. A subsidy program needs funding. But experts say neither will solve West Virginia’s child care crisis.| Mountain State Spotlight
Civic petition effectively kills legislation for revised standards, forces Department of Human Services to start process over with input from state's child care providers| Alexandria Echo Press
Washington, D.C. - Today, Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Katie Britt (R-AL) introduced a bipartisan package that will help lower the cost and boost the| First Five Years Fund
The YMCA opened its childhood learning center in Rochester in 2019.| Rochester Post Bulletin
Child care services are asking parents to trust them with their children’s health and care for hours every day. This means child care services must be certified and show that they are professional, caring, and dedicated to their task. Without a WordPress theme that conveys this, how can you be taken seriously as a child […] The post 10+ Best Kids WordPress Themes for Child Care and Day Care Centers, Nursery and Montessori Schools, Kindergarten, Schools and Much More appeared first on Lyra...| LyraThemes
Here are some common issues that government employees often face when it comes to childcare, and how hosting an au pair can help.| Kid Notes
Here are some common issues that parents who are accountants often face when it comes to child care, and how hosting an au pair can help.| Kid Notes
Here are some common issues that parents who work in Human Resources, or HR, often face when it comes to child care, and how hosting an au pair can help.| Kid Notes
On 5 November, an entirely new Church of Scientology was opened in Inglewood, California. The first of its kind, the facility has two separate buildings – a main Church building, and a magnificent community center. The Community Center on Vermont Avenue is housed in an historic art deco landmark that dates from the early 1930s … More Entirely New Scientology Church of Inglewood, California| Scientology Organizations Around the World
