The early childhood workforce is one of skill and passion, where professionals engage in work that is both complex and creative as they teach, care for and support the healthy development of young children across the country. Oftentimes, this work... Read More
The 2021-2022 school year was one of effecting change, inspiring communities, weathering new and old challenges, and persevering together — as a Network of early childhood champions and partners, parents and teachers, leaders and visionaries. We’re excited to share highlights... Read More
In the Educare Network, we are active participants in the early childhood education field, contributing data and expertise to ongoing research, advocacy and practice work. Our partnerships at the national, state and local levels help improve widespread access to quality... Read More
The Educare Governance Council (EGC) was first established by the Educare Network in 2020 for a three-fold purpose: To create clarity around our mission To help advance our work as a generative, peer-led Network; and To strengthen our impact on... Read More
The Early Head Start-Child Care Partnerships (EHS-CCP) are federally-funded, locally-run programs that bring together the best of Early Head Start and child care through a layering of funding to provide comprehensive and continuous early child development and family engagement services... Read More
Background on the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) The Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978 (ICWA) is a federal law governing the placement and adoption of children experiencing foster care who are Native American. ICWA aims to ensure that tribal... Read More
