As PreK for All enrollment rises, Allegan County classrooms see results
Statewide pre-K growth mirrors Allegan County gains, as educators report stronger kindergarten readiness and reduced barriers for families.
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The power of print: Preschoolers engaged in print-focused activities show stronger literacy skills
The simplest tools are still the most effective: paper, pencils, and everyday print.
Federal SNAP changes threaten little Michiganders’ food access and future
Good nutrition lays the foundation for physical growth, brain development, and school readiness.
Los cambios federales en el SNAP amenazan el acceso a los alimentos y el futuro de los pequeños habitantes de Michigan
“Las prestaciones del SNAP no cubren todos los gastos alimentarios de las familias en ningún lugar del estado, y estos cambios están ampliando aún más esa brecha”. Julie Cassidy, MLPP.
Innovation and advocacy: Building the early childhood workforce
If implemented, the many innovative solutions for building the early childhood workforce could have phenomenal results.
Pulse collaboration with MiLeap seeks to transform child care access in Michigan
The Pulse initiative is transforming early childhood in Michigan by bridging the gap between research and practice.
‘Model could scale statewide’: Gentex builds nature-based daycare
Gentex partners with ODC to launch a 43,000-square-foot, nature-based preschool, tackling West Michigan’s childcare shortage and inspiring statewide replication.
Detroit vs. outstate: Do child care challenges differ for urban and rural families?
While geography shapes experience, families face similar struggles finding child care.
Allegan collaboration delivers backpacks to students
Community partners unite to supply backpacks and school essentials, preparing Allegan County children to begin the school year.
Autism Hero Walk: Grab your capes and get ready to fly!
Join 5,000 families at the Detroit Zoo Sept. 20 for the Autism Hero Walk, celebrating Michigan’s autism community with fun, support, and resources.
The power of print: Preschoolers engaged in print-focused activities show stronger literacy skills
The simplest tools are still the most effective: paper, pencils, and everyday print.
Federal SNAP changes threaten little Michiganders’ food access and future
Good nutrition lays the foundation for physical growth, brain development, and school readiness.
Los cambios federales en el SNAP amenazan el acceso a los alimentos y el futuro de los pequeños habitantes de Michigan
“Las prestaciones del SNAP no cubren todos los gastos alimentarios de las familias en ningún lugar del estado, y estos cambios están ampliando aún más esa brecha”. Julie Cassidy, MLPP.
Innovation and advocacy: Building the early childhood workforce
If implemented, the many innovative solutions for building the early childhood workforce could have phenomenal results.
Pulse collaboration with MiLeap seeks to transform child care access in Michigan
The Pulse initiative is transforming early childhood in Michigan by bridging the gap between research and practice.
‘Model could scale statewide’: Gentex builds nature-based daycare
Gentex partners with ODC to launch a 43,000-square-foot, nature-based preschool, tackling West Michigan’s childcare shortage and inspiring statewide replication.
Detroit vs. outstate: Do child care challenges differ for urban and rural families?
While geography shapes experience, families face similar struggles finding child care.
Allegan collaboration delivers backpacks to students
Community partners unite to supply backpacks and school essentials, preparing Allegan County children to begin the school year.
Autism Hero Walk: Grab your capes and get ready to fly!
Join 5,000 families at the Detroit Zoo Sept. 20 for the Autism Hero Walk, celebrating Michigan’s autism community with fun, support, and resources.
