Background: Child care subsidies are provided through the Child Care Development Block Grant, a federal program. States are charged with administering the program to help support families with accessible, affordable, … Read More
Background: Family child care plays an important role in the child care landscape, though often gets less attention when it comes to policy discussions. When selecting child care, parents may … Read More
Background: The National Institute for Early Education Research has identified a framework that outlines critical components for enhancing infant and toddler development and well-being. This framework is grounded in developmental … Read More
Background: On June 20, 2023, lawmakers united together and passed Vermont’s most comprehensive child care bill into law. The 2023 Child Care Bill - Act 76 - makes Vermont's child … Read More
Background: Compensation for early care and education professionals has long lagged behind that of K-12 educators, despite the critical role they play in supporting children and families. At the same … Read More