We're so excited to be part of @ParadeofH! Art, activity/play and community are central to our work in early childhood. A big thanks to the #paradeofhearts BOD, sponsors, artists and the KC community for making it possible!
We are THRILLED to announce that The Family Conservancy is our fourth beneficiary for both the 2023 and 2024 Parade of Hearts. @tfckc empowers the Heartland to raise happy, healthy and educated children.
#paradeofhearts#paradeofheartskc#heartland
Talking about bullying can be difficult for everyone. There are many ways to raise the subject of bullying and start the conversation before bullying happens or if you are concerned that it may be happening. Learn more: https://t.co/zdtf7LED5J #StopBullying
In 2024, child care was a critical election issue. Want a recap and learn what’s on the forecast for child care? Check out our new blog post to find out. https://t.co/FVrtei8UNy
Spotlight on our Technical Assistance partnership with @tfckc! With @GreenLightKCI, we’ve launched a 4-year project to establish #KansasCity’s first staffed #FamilyChildCare network. Discover more in our latest All Our Partners blog: https://t.co/dwAB8CXcKm
1/ CCDF lacks resources to meet all the needs of families but is a critical support for those who receive it. Our recent piece highlights how states can make the most of available resources and improve access to care. https://t.co/b5FPIJtAp2
As part of recent reporting on the child care crisis across Kansas City, KSHB’s @CharlieKeegan41 found Perla Gomez and her 4-year-old daughter enjoying resources made possible The Family Conservancy’s efforts in Wyandotte County.
https://t.co/95ej1R5H51
I spoke with @tfckc about successful initiatives its spearheaded within the @UnifiedGovt including at @ElCentroInc's Academy for Children. @GovLauraKelly has a task force searching for recommendations to improve the system.
We're excited to join with #childcare providers, stakeholders and @GovLauraKelly's Early Childhood Task Force to discuss strategies for improving the early care and education system in Kansas.
We're excited to be hosting early education stakeholders on June 30, and excited to have the @Hunt_Institute and @DanWuori on board! We hope you can join us and share your thoughts on the future of ECE in Kansas.
As Kansas considers a consolidated early childhood governance model, @Hunt_Institute will be supporting the state with a series of community listening sessions, June 27-30. Looking forward to a chance to meet early childhood stakeholders from across The Sunflower State.
As Kansas considers a consolidated early childhood governance model, @Hunt_Institute will be supporting the state with a series of community listening sessions, June 27-30. Looking forward to a chance to meet early childhood stakeholders from across The Sunflower State.
‼️📢FREE VIRTUAL SCREENING OF THE RIGHT TO READ 📢‼️
In celebration of Juneteenth, join us online to watch The Right to Read for one day only.
Monday, June 19, 2023
Virtual
Free
Register here:
https://t.co/dG4GJNoYsV
Our nation’s #childcare shortage is putting unnecessary pressure on families. But there are states making progress.
NM and AL offer different blueprints for expanding quality child care.
@BPC_Bipartisan
https://t.co/YQ0PAiSFoY
#58YearsOfHeadStart means providing health services such as:
💉 immunizations
👄 dental
⚕️ medical
😃 mental health
🍎 nutritional services
➕ early detection
#HappyBirthdayHeadStart!
#HappyBirthdayHeadStart
We hope our friends @tfckc and @KUMedCenter’s Project Eagle had a chance to celebrate today too!
What an amazing way to think about all the benefits of #HeadStart by celebrating a birthday?! Thank you @RepDavids for helping us to do so! 🎉🎉🎉
#HappyBirthdayHeadStart! We help KC kids #GetAHeadStart by partnering with amazing #childcare programs, teaching parents to be their child’s teacher, and providing training and support services to area #HeadStart programs. We're proud to be a part of this amazing program.
Stephanie, a #childcare provider in TN, used #ARPA Stabilization Grant funding to offer competitive wages to her staff and keep her program afloat. Without continued funding, Stephanie may have to close her program’s door: https://t.co/YnhJFziwdu #ece#earlyed#changechildcare