This article is a call to action, with recommendations for educators and policymakers about concrete steps that can make meaningful collaboration part of our day-to-day work.
In this article, I offer four mindset shifts that are needed, and I also share recommendations to consider as we in the field work together to make transformative change.
This article describes the state’s Advancing Early Childhood Education as a Profession initiative, then provides an in-depth look at the collaboration among early childhood education preparation programs at the state’s two- and four-year institutions.
There is power in our unified voices; we can collectively advocate for equitable public policies and funding that support children and families now and for future generations.
Although federal relief funding has provided a lifeline for child care and early learning, more needs to be done to prioritize, protect, and provide investments that fund child care and early learning in the short and long term.
Although federal relief funding has provided a lifeline for child care and early learning, more needs to be done to prioritize, protect, and provide investments that fund child care and early learning in the short and long term.
Equitable, Effective Early Childhood Education for All: Policy and Advocacy to Get Us There
Research shows that effective, equitable early childhood education means a confluence of well-compensated, fully supported educators who are knowledgeable and skilled in practices for all children.
Inclusive learning environments depend on developing strong partnerships with families and ensuring that all children and families are represented in the books and other materials found in early childhood settings.
Inclusive learning environments depend on developing strong partnerships with families and ensuring that all children and families are represented in the books and other materials found in early childhood settings.
Advocacy for affordable, well-staffed child care is more important than ever--we cannot keep losing childrens’ chances of success because they don’t have access to high-quality care.
The official proclamations for the 2021 Week of the Young Child are powerful tools can bring attention to the need for continued public support and investments in early childhood education.
NAEYC honors early childhood educators working with children from birth through age 8 who can feel hopeful about the bold, substantial, and sustainable investments being proposed for early childhood education.
NAEYC promotes high-quality early learning for all children, birth through age 8, by connecting practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children.
(NAEYC) joins millions of early childhood educators, families, and business owners in applauding the passage of the American Rescue Plan, which includes an historic $39 billion in child care relief.
