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They’re all products of a quality early care and education system.
An expensive, cobbled-together patchwork of programs with shrinking capacity.
Local partnerships, innovative pilot programs, increased investment, and statewide coordination.
In 2021, Child Care Aware of Kansas connected parents, child care providers, businesses, local and state leaders, and community members to the information and ideas they needed to take action.
By learning about the issue and working alongside us — and with others in your community — you can have a significant impact with less effort and fewer resources than you might expect.
Explore the different perspectives, proposals, and projects of people working toward change.
How to Find the Right Early Childhood Education Program For Your Family By Bridget Banks, Health Equity Consultant, Child Care Aware of Kansas. Originally published
An Innovative Hub for Training and Professional Development in Kansas City By Jenny Brandt, Director of Early Care and Education, The Family Conservancy. Originally published
By Linda Logan, Program Coordinator, Training & Technical Assistance Specialist, Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities (KCCTO). Originally published in the Spring 2022 Issue of Kansas
Kansas Child magazine is intended to provide a forum for the discussion of child care and early education issues and ideas. We hope to provoke thoughtful discussions within the field and to help those outside the field gain a better understanding of priorities and concerns.
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