Attendance matters, from #earlychildhood all the way through high school. But chronic absence can make learning tough – and it’s a complex problem. Learn how health, housing, transportation and more can affect children’s attendance at school: bit.ly/3KwqGVV

One major driver of the #childcare crisis? Most educators don't make a living wage. That's why D.C.'s #EarlyChildhood Educator Pay Equity Fund has been such a game-changer for teachers - including those at Educare DC! hechingerreport.org/d-c-experiment…

Attending #NRCEC2024 this week? Check out papers, posters & sessions from 20+ Educare researchers & leaders highlighting Network data & the latest research on children, families & #ECE programs. Want to learn even more about our work? Join our email list! bit.ly/3xwejpY

Funding is vital for #earlylearning and care providers that are creating opportunities for children and providing resources to support families. Join in as we urge Congress to prioritize funding for programs like Educare.

Attendance is crucial for the social and academic development of young learners and has been impacted by the pandemic - along with rates of chronic absenteeism. Read more: bit.ly/4eWdkAf

A new article from The Hechinger Report emphasizes the importance of developing foundational early learning skills to enhance children's readiness for kindergarten. Learn more about the research supporting the benefits of early learning bit.ly/4bIp3j2

Healthy nutrition is key for the development and wellness of children and families. Clayton Early Learning aims to empower families to make healthy choices through the Seed to Stomach initiative. Check out our latest blog to learn more. bit.ly/469e4Oi

Governor Gretchen Whitmer chose EducareFlint as the signing site for Michigan's education budget, which prioritizes early childhood education in the state. Read more about what this bill means for the state. bit.ly/3ybk1xI

Join our very own Michelle Lee and Jami Pollis at @NAFCC Conference on July 26th! They'll explore "Fostering the Three C's Through a COP: Collaboration, Connection, Community." Don't miss this insightful discussion bit.ly/4dfTMVL!

Early exposure to STEM concepts greatly benefits children's understanding of the world and contributes to a well-rounded early childhood development. Check out Early Learning Nation latest article to learn more bit.ly/3A50dMV

The bipartisan #ChildTaxCredit supports families of every race, in every state, urban and rural, from the lowest incomes up. It helps to level the playing field so every child has an opportunity to thrive. Tell Congress to expand the #CTC NOW! actionnetwork.org/letters/tell-t…

Differences shouldn't result in exclusion; children with disabilities deserve quality education & care. The Brookings Institution (w/a quote from Educare DC's Jamal Berry) highlights the importance of inclusive classrooms & investing in every child, early. bit.ly/46qx1w6

In a new The Fulcrum op-ed, Dr. Demi Siskind, Educare/Start Early researcher & The OpEd Project Public Voices Fellow in partnership w/NBCDI, explains why – and how – we must prioritize #earlycare & education in the 2024 election: thefulcrum.us/election-2024/…

To ensure a future where every child can thrive, #earlylearning & care must be part of the legislative conversation. From First Five Years Fund, check out what lawmakers on Capitol Hill have to say on the topic!

Chronic absence in Educator Network's Early/Head Start programs jumped from 55% pre-pandemic to 84% in the 21-22 SY according to an analysis by Educare Check out the Data Bite with questions for practitioners to consider when examining local data: educareschools.org/app/uploads/20…

Every family deserves access to affordable, quality #childcare – and Congress can help make this a reality by updating the tax code to better supporting working families. Read our letter w/First Five Years Fund, Start Early & others on the needed changes: bit.ly/taxletter24

We recently asked leaders, practitioners, parents & researchers from EducareCentralMaine, Tulsa Educare, Educare LA at Long Beach, Sheltering Arms & more about Educare's impact for families, schools, communities & the #earlychildhood field. Check out what they had to say! youtu.be/T9ccBNsVle8

Engagement & encouragement are vital for children's development! Support from the adults in a child's life boosts confidence, fosters resilience & instills a love for learning - laying the groundwork for lifelong success. bit.ly/3T0vwzh

#TomorrowsHope is a story of perseverance + possibility. Meet 3 high school seniors from Chicago’s South Side who were among the first-ever class of Educare, an early education center that looks to improve the future. Now available for screenings: tomorrowshopefilm.com

Early learning & care make a big difference in preparing young children for the future, starting with kindergarten readiness. Check out recent data on #earlychildhood education in Colorado, feat. Clayton Early Learning ! bit.ly/3XppkmQ