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CHICAGO UNDERGROUND IS A NOT FOR PROFIT GEARED TOWARDS ENRICHING LIVES THROUGH EDUCATION, COMMUNITY SERVICE, ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT, AND EMPOWERMENT.

[Chalkbeat Chicago @chalkbeatCHI]

This educational approach may look like just fun and games to an outsider — and it partially is. But incorporating play in the classroom is harder than it looks. https://t.co/dBSczLFiyF

[ChicagoBACP @ChicagoBACP]

The first in-person #ChicagoBusinessResourceExpo of 2026 is Saturday, May 16, 8:30am to 1:30pm, at Truman College! Get access to expert advice and free resources.

Learn more about the free expo and register to attend: https://t.co/jDzQUkrr66 https://t.co/4nxxX3Eqph

[Illinois Action For Children @IAFC_Cares]

Join us in Springfield for Early Childhood Advocacy Day on May 13! Help shape policies and invest in Illinois’ youngest learners. Learn more and watch our Advocacy 101 training videos: https://t.co/OmfiAiRmcK #EarlyEd #Advocacy

[Chicago Underground @ChiUnderground7]

Join me and First Five Years Fund in encouraging Congress to prioritize funding for our federal early learning and child care programs. https://t.co/Mm6LINI4EA

[HarvardCenter @HarvardCenter]

Play is an essential part of early childhood development. Check out these resources from our friends at the @NCITorg as they celebrate “May All Babies Thrive Month,” with today’s theme on the importance of play: https://t.co/IJkBpv25nb

[Illinois Action For Children @IAFC_Cares]

Need help with your ECACE Scholarship application? Join our virtual or in-person clinics to get personalized support from our expert team!

⭐ Register Now: https://t.co/MZ0wesvOUO

🎓 Learn About ECACE: https://t.co/RLPIzXh3rn

The priority consideration date is Monday, May 19.

[Illinois Action For Children @IAFC_Cares]

Applications are NOW OPEN! ⭐

Interested in applying? Sign up for our virtual information session to learn more about the program: https://t.co/TZVFzov4BB

Ready to take the next step? Apply today: https://t.co/3yA1TpZeZC

[Illinois Action For Children @IAFC_Cares]

Applications are NOW OPEN for the Early Childhood Emerging Leaders Fellowship ⭐

Sign up for our virtual information session on April 1 and April 3 to learn more about the program: https://t.co/ue4Zt5AzZb

Start your application today: https://t.co/3yA1TpZeZC 📝

[We, the Village @wethevillageil]

Today, five regional Office of Head Start offices (Boston, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and Seattle) were abruptly closed, and staff were terminated without access to files or offices.

We urge immediate action. Please share widely.
https://t.co/hTijMKy9jm

[Illinois Action For Children @IAFC_Cares]

From dismantling the Department of Education to harmful funding cuts and deportations, recent federal actions are creating fear, instability, and long-term harm to the systems meant to support us.

Read our full statement on recent federal actions: https://t.co/0sAHoEiuck

[Illinois Action For Children @IAFC_Cares]

🌱 Sustainable systems change starts with you!

Join us for the Partner Plan Act Conference as we explore how self and community care fuel long-term equity in early childhood systems.

🔗 Register now and learn more: https://t.co/ZBkvrcryeW

[Illinois Action For Children @IAFC_Cares]

Are you ready to lead change in early childhood education?

The Emerging Leaders Fellowship is your opportunity to grow your leadership skills, build a powerful network, and make an impact in the early childhood field.

Start your application today: https://t.co/Bhsz7rq6ru

[Illinois Action For Children @IAFC_Cares]

📢 BREAKING: The Trump Administration has closed the Chicago Head Start Regional Office, which serves Head Start programs in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

Learn more about what this closure means: https://t.co/KlAyv8uJDk

[Harvard University @Harvard]

“No government—regardless of which party is in power—should dictate what private universities can teach, whom they can admit and hire, and which areas of study and inquiry they can pursue.” - President Alan Garber https://t.co/6cQQpcJVTd

[ChicagoBACP @ChicagoBACP]

Tomorrow is National #MomAndPopBusinessOwnersDay!

Pack your umbrellas (just in case!) and visit your favorite neighborhood small business or take a stroll down your local commercial corridor and find a new local mom and pop business to support. #ShopLocalChicago

[HarvardCenter @HarvardCenter]

Learn more about serve & return, including how policies and programs that reduce stressors and support caregiver well-being can help foster these important interactions, here: https://t.co/00Voq1CB78

[HarvardCenter @HarvardCenter]

Serve and return interactions are critical for early childhood development. As a society, we can support policies and programs that help foster these important interactions between caregivers and children.

Learn more about serve and return here: https://t.co/6pvMdD6EKI

[HarvardCenter @HarvardCenter]

When we reduce sources of stress around caregivers raising young children—by increasing access to safe, stable housing, a clean water supply, and more—we can support strong caregiver-child relationships and healthy early development.

Learn more: https://t.co/r47SkFab8R

[HarvardCenter @HarvardCenter]

Our new website is full of resources and activities to help caregivers, educators, policymakers, and more support early childhood development and lifelong health!

👉 Check it out here: https://t.co/aZVjK6y9ix

#earlychildhooddevelopment