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#head-start
NYC parents
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Child Care Funding Cuts Will Compound Crises for Generations to Come

The future of the Head Start program is threatened by proposed cuts under Project 2025, impacting low-income children's education and welfare.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Head Start advocates brace for possibility of Trump eliminating funding

Trump administration plans to eliminate Head Start funding, which advocates fear will harm at-risk children and families.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.twincities.com
3 months ago

Head Start and other services for low-income families hit glitches as Trump freezes federal money

Federal grants and loans freeze disrupted essential funding for early childhood education, impacting services for low-income families.
NYC parents
fromScary Mommy
20 hours ago

ACLU Sues Trump Administration After Attacks On Head Start Program

ACLU's lawsuit aims to protect Head Start by challenging cuts and policy changes attributed to the Trump administration, asserting they require congressional approval.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 weeks ago
SF parents

New spending deal preserves Head Start funding in the Bay Area, but staffers see trouble ahead

Head Start providers are cautiously optimistic about funding stability but face uncertainties and ongoing financial challenges.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
NYC parents

With Head Start in jeopardy, Trump administration threatens child care for 800,000 kids

The future of the Head Start program is under threat with potential defunding and program closures affecting low-income children and their families.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Child Care Funding Cuts Will Compound Crises for Generations to Come

The future of the Head Start program is threatened by proposed cuts under Project 2025, impacting low-income children's education and welfare.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Head Start advocates brace for possibility of Trump eliminating funding

Trump administration plans to eliminate Head Start funding, which advocates fear will harm at-risk children and families.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.twincities.com
3 months ago

Head Start and other services for low-income families hit glitches as Trump freezes federal money

Federal grants and loans freeze disrupted essential funding for early childhood education, impacting services for low-income families.
NYC parents
fromScary Mommy
20 hours ago

ACLU Sues Trump Administration After Attacks On Head Start Program

ACLU's lawsuit aims to protect Head Start by challenging cuts and policy changes attributed to the Trump administration, asserting they require congressional approval.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 weeks ago
SF parents

New spending deal preserves Head Start funding in the Bay Area, but staffers see trouble ahead

Head Start providers are cautiously optimistic about funding stability but face uncertainties and ongoing financial challenges.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
NYC parents

With Head Start in jeopardy, Trump administration threatens child care for 800,000 kids

The future of the Head Start program is under threat with potential defunding and program closures affecting low-income children and their families.
more#head-start
#education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago
SF parents

Chun: Teaching reading is rocket science - San Jose Spotlight

Many students, like Eli, struggle with reading, impacting their future opportunities.
Effective literacy instruction can dramatically improve reading skills for the majority of students.
fromBrooklyn Paper
10 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Kindergarten Society appoints new executive director to provide 'equal first step' in early childhood education * Brooklyn Paper

Dr. Ashley Williams appointed executive director of Brooklyn Kindergarten Society, empowering young learners through leveling the educational field.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago
SF parents

Chun: Teaching reading is rocket science - San Jose Spotlight

Many students, like Eli, struggle with reading, impacting their future opportunities.
Effective literacy instruction can dramatically improve reading skills for the majority of students.
fromBrooklyn Paper
10 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Kindergarten Society appoints new executive director to provide 'equal first step' in early childhood education * Brooklyn Paper

Dr. Ashley Williams appointed executive director of Brooklyn Kindergarten Society, empowering young learners through leveling the educational field.
more#education
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
2 weeks ago

NYC commits $167 million to shore up early childhood education system amid federal threats

Mayor Adams reverses funding cuts to early childhood education in NYC, securing $112 million for preschool programs amid challenges to funding.
#new-york-city
fromBKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Childcare Centers to Remain Open, Mayor Says

Five early childhood centers in NYC will remain open for at least another year due to community advocacy.
fromwww.amny.com
7 months ago
Brooklyn

Op-ed | Starting the new school year with new buildings, new curricula and more | amNewYork

New York City is enhancing educational facilities and increasing access to early childhood education, aiming for a safer and more affordable community.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
NYC parents

Lease signed for first Brooklyn location of the Goddard School

Goddard School is expanding in NYC to meet the growing demand for early childhood education as residential development increases.
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Op-Ed | NYC has tens of thousands of ECE seats for families let's make sure we fill every single one | amNewYork

New York City's childcare programs are crucial for working families but require improvement to accessibility and effectiveness.
fromBKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Childcare Centers to Remain Open, Mayor Says

Five early childhood centers in NYC will remain open for at least another year due to community advocacy.
fromwww.amny.com
7 months ago
Brooklyn

Op-ed | Starting the new school year with new buildings, new curricula and more | amNewYork

New York City is enhancing educational facilities and increasing access to early childhood education, aiming for a safer and more affordable community.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
NYC parents

Lease signed for first Brooklyn location of the Goddard School

Goddard School is expanding in NYC to meet the growing demand for early childhood education as residential development increases.
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Op-Ed | NYC has tens of thousands of ECE seats for families let's make sure we fill every single one | amNewYork

New York City's childcare programs are crucial for working families but require improvement to accessibility and effectiveness.
more#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Mayor Adams restores $167 million in 3-K and pre-K funding left out of his January budget plan | amNewYork

Mayor Eric Adams is restoring $167 million for early childhood education funding, but it is still less than the City Council's proposal.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

If Preschool Isn't Prep Time, What Should We Do Now?

Rethinking preschool's purpose is essential; it's about whole-child development, not just preparation for elementary school.
SF food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ultra-processed babies: are toddler snacks one of the great food scandals of our time?

Toddlers are increasingly refusing to eat healthy meals, showing a trend of food neophobia.
There is a rise in nonverbal children linked to poor chewing skills and diets low in varied textures.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

After lengthy holdup, Alameda County child care providers are cleared to get $166M in tax funds

Measure C sales tax will finally distribute $166 million to child care providers after a long delay due to legal challenges.
#child-development
NYC parents
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Alarming staff turnover rates in creches 'jeopardising quality of childcare services'

High staff turnover in creches is harming child development and education.
Over 50% turnover rates are compromising childcare quality.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
Parenting

The 'welcoming' Dulwich nursery where kids eagerly run in each morning'

Partou Lancaster Avenue Day Nursery is rated 'Good' by Ofsted, highlighting a nurturing environment that fosters independence and confidence in children.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago
Education

Bugs and 'bubble breaths': How new teacher training peers into the mind of a 4-year-old

Effective early childhood education requires specialized training for teachers to support the unique learning needs of young children.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Toronto

Kids in daycare are more sedentary than you'd think. These educators aim to get preschoolers moving | CBC News

Promoting physical activity for preschoolers is becoming essential as sedentary behavior increases, especially after the pandemic.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Germany relies on immigrants to ease child day care crisis DW 11/17/2024

Bilingual education in kindergarten helps children learn languages playfully while preparing them for real-life communication challenges.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Germany relies on immigrants to ease child care crisis DW 11/17/2024

Bilingual day care centers help children learn languages playfully while also fostering empathy and cultural awareness among young learners.
NYC parents
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Alarming staff turnover rates in creches 'jeopardising quality of childcare services'

High staff turnover in creches is harming child development and education.
Over 50% turnover rates are compromising childcare quality.
Parenting
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

The 'welcoming' Dulwich nursery where kids eagerly run in each morning'

Partou Lancaster Avenue Day Nursery is rated 'Good' by Ofsted, highlighting a nurturing environment that fosters independence and confidence in children.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago
Education

Bugs and 'bubble breaths': How new teacher training peers into the mind of a 4-year-old

Effective early childhood education requires specialized training for teachers to support the unique learning needs of young children.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Toronto

Kids in daycare are more sedentary than you'd think. These educators aim to get preschoolers moving | CBC News

Promoting physical activity for preschoolers is becoming essential as sedentary behavior increases, especially after the pandemic.
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Germany relies on immigrants to ease child day care crisis DW 11/17/2024

Bilingual education in kindergarten helps children learn languages playfully while preparing them for real-life communication challenges.
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Germany relies on immigrants to ease child care crisis DW 11/17/2024

Bilingual day care centers help children learn languages playfully while also fostering empathy and cultural awareness among young learners.
more#child-development
#play-based-learning
Parenting
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why some school districts are spending big on schools tailor-made for 4-year-olds

Innovative school designs tailored for pre-kindergarteners enhance learning experiences and outcomes through play-based environments.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Education

Swedish children to start school a year earlier in move away from play

Sweden will shift to starting school at age six in 2028, replacing play-based preschool with formal schooling.
Parenting
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why some school districts are spending big on schools tailor-made for 4-year-olds

Innovative school designs tailored for pre-kindergarteners enhance learning experiences and outcomes through play-based environments.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Education

Swedish children to start school a year earlier in move away from play

Sweden will shift to starting school at age six in 2028, replacing play-based preschool with formal schooling.
more#play-based-learning
#child-care
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
7 months ago

NYC child care vouchers increase, more preschool seats added: Mayor's report

NYC is enhancing child care affordability and accessibility through a new voucher program and digital application portal.
fromPortlandTribune.com
2 months ago
Portland

Oregon spent millions to grow manufacturing, tech workforces. Educators say it's their turn.

Oregon aims to enhance early childhood education funding similar to other sectors like manufacturing and tech.
House Bill 3011 proposes $20 million for workforce development in early education.
fromwww.cbc.ca
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Ontario reduces child-care fees, introduces new operator funding formula | CBC News

Ontario's new child-care funding formula aims to ensure operators can cover true costs and maintain services under the $10-a-day program.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
Higher education

How D.C. tackled a child care crunch through a tax hike on the rich

The Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund has significantly increased wages for child care workers, improving job stability and care quality in Washington, D.C.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
7 months ago

NYC child care vouchers increase, more preschool seats added: Mayor's report

NYC is enhancing child care affordability and accessibility through a new voucher program and digital application portal.
fromPortlandTribune.com
2 months ago
Portland

Oregon spent millions to grow manufacturing, tech workforces. Educators say it's their turn.

Oregon aims to enhance early childhood education funding similar to other sectors like manufacturing and tech.
House Bill 3011 proposes $20 million for workforce development in early education.
fromwww.cbc.ca
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

Ontario reduces child-care fees, introduces new operator funding formula | CBC News

Ontario's new child-care funding formula aims to ensure operators can cover true costs and maintain services under the $10-a-day program.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
Higher education

How D.C. tackled a child care crunch through a tax hike on the rich

The Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund has significantly increased wages for child care workers, improving job stability and care quality in Washington, D.C.
more#child-care
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Universal childcare push at City Hall park sees hundreds of parents and tots urge City Hall to lift economic hardships, provide free programs

Parents are demanding universal childcare due to high costs and significant financial strain on families.
Education
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Elon Musk's next venture set to launch this year: a private preschool

Elon Musk is launching Ad Astra, a private preschool in Texas focused on STEM learning, with aspirations to eventually expand into a university.
#local-government
fromNews 12 - Default
7 months ago
NYC politics

Mayor Adams, City Council makes education, affordability announcement in East Flatbush

Mayor Adams and the City Council are investing $100 million to enhance early childhood education and support services in East Flatbush.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Higher taxes for cheaper childcare? 3 localities are voting on it and we want to hear from you.

Cities are using tax hikes to increase funding for childcare, aiming to support low-income and middle-class families.
fromNews 12 - Default
7 months ago
NYC politics

Mayor Adams, City Council makes education, affordability announcement in East Flatbush

Mayor Adams and the City Council are investing $100 million to enhance early childhood education and support services in East Flatbush.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Higher taxes for cheaper childcare? 3 localities are voting on it and we want to hear from you.

Cities are using tax hikes to increase funding for childcare, aiming to support low-income and middle-class families.
more#local-government
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

China's kindergarten numbers shrink as policymakers struggle to arrest falling birthrate

China's kindergartens decreased by over 5% in 2023 due to declining birth rates, revealing issues in early childhood education amid demographic shifts.
fromKqed
6 months ago
Parenting

'Helping Them Build Resiliency': How This Bay Area Preschool Is Protecting Kids From Extreme Weather | KQED

Early childhood education settings must enhance infrastructure to improve children's resilience against heat and climate change effects.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 months ago
Online learning

Why early learning centres in Australia are the building blocks of future success - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Early learning centres in Australia are vital for children's emotional, cognitive, and social development, laying the groundwork for future success.
fromTODAY.com
7 months ago
Music

EXCLUSIVE: Ms. Rachel isn't afraid to face controversy to 'build a brighter world'

Ms. Rachel, a children's entertainer, balances joy with advocacy for children's rights and issues, emphasizing responsibility that comes with her platform.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
7 months ago
Education

Dewan: Pathways to careers in early childhood education - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County requires more child care professionals to meet the significant demand, especially for infant and toddler care, and support children's diverse needs.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
7 months ago
Parenting

Incredible Beckenham mum launches 5th pre-school in Bromley to help kids thrive

Josephine Godbold launched a new pre-school in Bromley dedicated to providing quality education and support for children recovering from the challenges of COVID-19.
Education
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Nearly 80% of US teachers say youngsters less prepared to start school than several years ago: 'Parenting means so much'

The lack of school readiness among U.S. children has reached alarming levels, primarily due to COVID-19 and insufficient early education.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
11 months ago

NYC Council, parents rally to restore 3-K, pre-K education cuts in city budget

NYC Council members, parents, and kids rallied at City Hall against budget cuts to early childhood education programs.
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