Early Childhood Education
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
LA teachers fight voucher plan to use public funds for private schools
A plan to use public money to fund vouchers for students to attend private schools is drawing pushback from Louisiana teachers, who say the plan …
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
MI schools seek solutions as pandemic mental health funding ends
Special state funding for mental health staff at Michigan public schools during the pandemic is ending this year, leaving schools scrambling to find …
MT disability advocates sue to stop school vouchers
Advocates for the rights of people with disabilities have joined the Montana Quality Education Association in a suit to stop a school voucher bill in …
TX educators react to Lt. Gov. priorities for next legislative session
Texas Lieutenant Gov. Dan Patrick has released 57 "interim charges," the topics he wants Senate committees to study in preparation for the 89th …
Program gives AR early education workers 'Career Pathways'
The need for child care and early learning is critical, especially in rural Arkansas. One nonprofit is working to fill those gaps by giving providers …
IA cuts historical rural school groups
Educators and public school advocates are pushing back on a measure which would consolidate state-funded services that have been an important part of …
Burnout, low wages leave NH child care centers short staffed
A persistent child care worker shortage across New Hampshire is leaving families with few options. The state is currently short more than 7,000 …
NM program aims to improve kids' reading skills
In the past four years, the way New Mexico children are taught to read has undergone a major shift. Following passage of a state law in 2019…
As KY child care crisis worsens, advocates highlight career pathways
The shrinking supply of child-care workers continues to impact Kentucky, and advocates say helping more people receive a Child Development Associate …
PA Early Intervention programs vital for child development
A new study highlights the importance of Pennsylvania's Early Intervention program and its services for infants and toddlers at risk of developmental …
'Day on the Hill' in Arkansas calls for investment in families
Family advocates are at the State Capital for a "Day on the Hill" rally today, to voice their concerns to lawmakers about issues affecting Arkansans' …
Volunteers an essential part of NE Community Action Partnerships
April is National Volunteer Month, and Nebraskans rank high nationwide for their willingness to volunteer. In the most recent Census Bureau/…