Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education

Providing the nation's highest quality continuum of early childhood care and education so that all Alabama children learn and thrive.

[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

🎉: 20 years! Alabama’ First Class Pre-K Program is a national leader in quality for 20 YEARS.

This success reflects the dedication of our educators, families and leaders who believe in giving every child a strong start. #alpolitics

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[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

✍️: I have signed the Healthy Early Development and Screen Time Act, limiting screen access in early childhood education facilities.

This is commonsense legislation to make sure Alabama’s children are protected. #alpolitics

[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

We have to invest in our youngest Alabamians.

I’m proud to announce that @AL_DECE has been awarded a $3.8 million federal grant to support continued efforts to strengthen and align Alabama’s early childhood education system. #alpolitics
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[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

HB78, which limits screen time for children in publicly funded early learning centers, received a favorable report in Committee today. Now, it heads to the House floor. Let’s get this bill passed and help our youngest Alabamians in their key developmental days. #alpolitics

[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

I was glad to bring my Cabinet together this morning as we get ready to head into the 2026 legislative session. I’m proud of this team and the steady, results-driven leadership they provide for the people of Alabama. #alpolitics

[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

This morning, I received a warm, patriotic welcome from Gordo Elementary! I spoke with the older grades about being strong students and proud Americans. I popped into a Pre-K classroom, and even our youngest Alabamians are learning what it means to be part of the USA. #alpolitics

[NGA @NatlGovsAssoc]

Today, @GovernorKayIvey announced an expansion of Alabama's First Class Pre-K program, bringing the total number of classrooms to 1,528 and further expanding access to high-quality early learning opportunities for children across the state. More: https://t.co/Tt6iaOxeU2

[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

👏: There will be 58 NEW first class Pre-K classrooms for the 2025-2026 school year.

This program — the best in the nation — expands access to high-quality early learning opportunities for children statewide.

Strong Students, Strong Alabama! #alpolitics

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[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

I will be appointing Ami Brooks to lead the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education.

Ami’s several years with the Department and her background as a Pre-K and kindergarten teacher make her exceptionally qualified to lead the agency. #alpolitics

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[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

I’m proud to announce that 55 new Pre-K through third grade classrooms will be added this upcoming school year!

Strong students lead to a strong Alabama, and these learning efforts will ensure we provide the best education for all students. #alpolitics

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[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

🥳: Alabama’s First Class Pre-K program is the BEST in the nation…for the 19th year in a row!

The gold standard in early childhood education, this feat is a direct result of our strong commitment to giving every Alabama child a strong start. #alpolitics

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[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

✍️: SB199 is signed! Paid parental leave for state workers and teachers will be available July 1, 2025.

I am grateful to Sen. Figures and Rep. Shaver for being co-sponsors and getting this bill to my desk.

Alabama values families, and we value our workforce. #alpolitics

[Imagination Library @dollyslibrary]

Celebrate the value of patience, the beauty of seasons, and the true essence of friendship with this hip and hilarious take on an Iroquois folktale, written by Joseph and James Bruchac with illustrations by Jeff Newman. #DollysLibrary

[Imagination Library @dollyslibrary]

Happy #NewYearsEve! As of December 2024, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which includes over 2,700 local program partners, has gifted a total of 264,181,752 books since inception. Here’s to many more in 2025! 🎉 #DollysLibrary

[Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education @AL_DECE]

Once again, we step into the new year with Alabama’s First Class Pre-K leading the nation. Thanks to @GovernorKayIvey, a strong foundation is being laid for our state’s youngest learners.

[ARI / The Alabama Reading Initiative, ALSDE @Alabama_Reading]

Together we are better! @AlabamaAchieves @HooverSchools @ALSDEOSI @AL_DECE

[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

Today, I concluded my Back-to-School Tour at the Fort Payne Pre-K Center.

Seeing these bright young students engaged in their learning is a reminder of why Alabama’s First Class Pre-K program leads the nation. Truly, I’m proud. #alpolitics

[Office of Head Start @HeadStartgov]

Happy #HeadStartAwarenessMonth! 🎉

Did you know Head Start programs provide life-changing early learning, health, and family support services to children and families?

Join us in celebrating the amazing work of Head Start programs across the country! 🙌

#CelebratingHSAM

[AL.com @aldotcom]

Alabama received millions of federal dollars to help pregnant women and families with prenatal care and postpartum support.

The Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education received $8.2 million as part of the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting program.

“Bringing home a baby can be stressful,” said Xavier Becerra, the secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, in a press release. “Many new parents face additional challenges such as housing, or income insecurity, which can make the whole situation even more daunting. But we know from decades of research that home visits work – from helping with school readiness and achievement for children to improving health for women.”

More details on this program at the link.
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[Governor Kay Ivey @GovernorKayIvey]

🎉: A year ago today — on #BookLoversDay — I kicked off the statewide expansion of @dollyslibrary!

This program has made steady progress across Alabama, but our work isn’t done.

To enroll and learn more as it is expanded, please visit https://t.co/FzWtihNvuY. #alpolitics