This year's stories for this important series builds on our work covering early education issues and innovation in Southeast Michigan. Focusing on what both parents and providers are experiencing, we dive into what's working (and what's not), and who is uncovering solutions. The series is made possible with funding from the Southeast Michigan Early Childhood Funders Collaborative.
Recientes cambios en políticas federales y estatales vinculados a la Ley One Big Beautiful Bill Act han generado nueva incertidumbre para los sistemas de primera infancia en todo el país.
Long-term perspective keeps Hope Starts Here imperatives relevant despite policy changes.
Michigan is making meaningful strides to advance early childhood education but could make even more by looking to other states' models.
Health care access is inseparable from academic success.
In Kent County, millage funding supports 30 programs delivered by 16 local organizations.
Good nutrition lays the foundation for physical growth, brain development, and school readiness.
“Las prestaciones del SNAP no cubren todos los gastos alimentarios de las familias en ningún lugar del estado, y estos cambios están ampliando aún más esa brecha”. Julie Cassidy, MLPP.
تشكل التغذية الجيدة الأساس للنمو الجسدي وتطور الدماغ والاستعداد المدرسي. وتُعد الألف يوم الأولى من حياة الطفل — من الحمل حتى عمر سنتين — مرحلة حاسمة.
If implemented, the many innovative solutions for building the early childhood workforce could have phenomenal results.
The Pulse initiative is transforming early childhood in Michigan by bridging the gap between research and practice.
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