Early Education Matters

Longform Most of Michigan’s counties having childcare deserts, areas that have three or more families competing for one available childcare slot.
Feature Story Dining room in Coleman's Culinary Arts facility

Pre-K and CTE in focus


Longform Representatives from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, IFF, KConnect, First Steps Kent, and Grand Rapids Public Schools were among those sharing at the event.
In The News Groundbreaking ceremony for the Midland County ESA

Midland County ESA breaks ground on a new future


Longform James Ribbron reads to Dwayne Sharpe and Elizabeth Brooks.
Longform A number of financial incentives for post-secondary education help those interested in an early education career.
Longform Parents across the state are taking note and feeling excited about what  Pre K For All means for their little ones.

Parents weigh in on PreK for All


Longform Access to affordable child care plays a critical role in families finding secure employment.

Underfunding early child care has far-reaching impacts


Feature Story Discover You is a trademarked program whose mission is to build hope and resilience in youth.
Longform Right here in Michigan, Detroit’s pre-K programs are among the best.
Longform “Having child care is a huge benefit because it allows me to look for employment and take care of different responsibilities." Shamirror Moncrief

Child care providers face funding cliff as ARPA dollars fall away


Longform A number of financial incentives for post-secondary education help those interested in an early education career.

Michigan looks to create a better career path for early childhood educators


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PHOTOS: The "magic" of Marygrove's Early Ed Center