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Why Delaware Should Update How it Funds Child Care
Early Childhood Education, Funding and Equity
December 18th, 2020
Affordable child care is an evergreen issue that predates COVID-19. But as we wrote in September, the pandemic forced many child care centers to severely limit their enrollment or close their doors entirely. Delaware’s child care centers have relied on federal CARES funding to support centers and families through “enhanced”...VIEW ARTICLE
How Delaware is Prioritizing Teacher Diversity
December 16th, 2020
The notion that a more diverse teacher workforce increases student wellbeing and academic success is not a new idea. Research has shown that a more diverse teacher workforce leads to better student outcomes, increases access to advanced coursework, and builds strong social-emotional support for students. Yet, across Delaware and the nation...VIEW ARTICLE
5 Key Takeaways from the Early Childhood Council’s Strategic Plan
Early Childhood Education, News, Policy and Practice
November 19th, 2020
As holidays approach during an extra stressful year, families with young children are no doubt extra grateful for the childcare providers in their lives. The local industry has adapted mightily to help kids and families, and the Delaware Early Childhood Council is responding to the times with its new strategic plan. The plan celebrates...VIEW ARTICLE