Returning to in-person learning after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic brought many changes to early learning and care programs across the country, from classroom closures to online activities, new family engagement strategies to creative playtime ideas. At Educare Kansas... Read More
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
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
The 2020-2021 school year was transformational: for the Educare Learning Network, the children and families we serve, and the broader early childhood workforce and field. We’re thrilled to share highlights of our Network’s impact with the 2021 Educare Year in... Read More
This fall, faced with in-person gathering restrictions, Educare Lincoln took their annual multicultural fair virtual! In past years, the popular event for children and families was held in person and filled with activities and food representative of the many different... Read More
The 2018 Educare Learning Network Meeting, “Learning Together: Reaching Higher,” is April 17-20. Whether you are joining us in-person or following along virtually using #EducareMeeting, here are some things to look forward to: 1. Hearing from keynote speaker Helen H.... Read More
For the past 10 years, Educare Miami-Dade has served young children and their families through evidence-based practices. As the demonstration school for the United Way Center for Excellence in Early Education, these learnings are also shared with other organizations to... Read More
