The Virginia Promise Partnership is pushing for quality child care education for all children in the Commonwealth. Join us in this effort.
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Virginia’s economy depends on working families, and working families depend on child care. Investing in child care = investing in Virginia. #GottaHaveChildCare#childcare
Investing in early childhood education yields a triple bottom line ROI: school-ready children, work-ready families and business-ready communities. #GottaHaveChildCare#childcare
Joined by parents, business leaders, and Lt. Gov. Hashmi, Gov. Spanberger signed HB18 & SB3—bipartisan legislation sponsored by Del. Adele McClure and Sen. Lashrecse Aird to create the new Employee Child Care Assistance program. #GottaHaveChildCare
Joined by parents, business leaders, General Assembly leaders, and Lt. Governor Ghazala Hashmi, Governor Spanberger signed legislation that lowers child care costs and supports working families. Link to full event recording here: https://t.co/RYcvXoqune #GottaHaveChildCare
On Wed, @AbigailSpanberger ceremononially signed legislation sponsored by Sen. Mamie Locke (SB 134) & @BrianaSewellVA (HB 1208) that provides clear calculations to fund early childhood care and education in the Commonwealth. #GottaHaveChildCare
"Every time a parent can’t find a [child care] slot or can’t afford costs...a business loses a worker, the state loses a taxpayer...We cannot expect Virginia to thrive if its workforce is stuck at home because the 'math' of working no longer adds up." Parent, VA #DWCC
Mothers who advocate for early childhood care and education are shaping the future one child at a time. Thank you for your passion, persistence, and leadership. Happy Mother's Day! #GottaHaveChildCare#HappyMothersDay
From bedtime stories to policy meetings, these moms show up wherever children need them most. This Mother's Day, we celebrate mothers who use their voices to champion early childhood care and education. #GottaHaveChildCare#HappyMothersDay
Today we honor mothers who don't just nurture their own children but stand up for all children. Happy Mother's Day to the changemakers raising the next generation. #GottaHaveChildCare#HappyMothersDay
"Having affordable child care means the world to me. I can work and send my son to school!...Affordable childcare has helped me in ways I can’t even describe. Thank you...for all that you do!!!" Parent, Charlottesville, VA #GottaHaveChildCare#HappyProviderAppreciationDay
"I have seen firsthand how some of the teachers and staff...work to create an educational, safe, & supportive environment for kids...It’s invaluable to have loving & attentive educators to work alongside us as parents." Parent, Sperryville, VA #ProviderAppreciationDay
"Because of the excellent childcare & early education provided, I don't have to choose between financial stability & my child's future... I want the same the possibilities for all Virginia families." Parent, Alexandria, VA #ProviderAppreciationDay#GottaHaveChildCare
Virginia Promise Partnership parents advocating for quality early childhood care & education in Virginia. Learn more: https://t.co/9EVhI81NH9 #GHCC
Strong early childhood education = a stronger Virginia. When we invest in early childhood education, we boost workforce readiness, prepare our next generation, and build a brighter future for all. Learn more: https://t.co/6QscKjKaoM #GottaHaveChildCare
Access to high-quality early education in Virginia can close learning gaps before they start. It’s not just good policy—it’s the smartest investment we can make. Learn more: https://t.co/9EVhI81NH9 #GottaHaveChildCare