Universal Pre-K Grows Child-Care Market
Demand for early-childhood programs grew substantially following the implementation of universal pre-K programs in Georgia and Oklahoma. Read Full Post >
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June 06, 2013
March 21, 2013
Highly-Contagious Norovirus Leading Cause of Stomach Illness in Young Children
Rotavirus was not a leading cause of illness, which researchers linked to vaccination practices. Read Full Post >
February 15, 2013
With Obama Bid to Expand Preschool, Expert Weighs In on Research
James J. Heckman, a University of Chicago professor who has studied the economic benefits of preschool, shares his thoughts. Read Full Post >
February 08, 2013
Louisiana Launches Preschool Pilot Program
The birth-through-5 programs are one of the first steps in implementing Louisiana's Act 3, which gives the state authority over early-childhood education. Read Full Post >
December 17, 2012
Day Care May Increase Obesity in Children, Study Says
Study says day care outside of home contributes to later weight gain Read Full Post >
September 18, 2012
State Child-Care Rules Don't Uphold Health Standards, Study Says
Researchers say that states' lax attention could contribute to problems with obesity and tooth decay Read Full Post >
September 13, 2012
Will Candidates Address the Issue of Child Care?
The Democratic and Republican parties' platforms don't focus on major issues affecting working families Read Full Post >
August 30, 2012
Report Details Rising Costs of Child Care Across the Nation
Child Care Aware of America calls on Congress to provide more funding and take steps to improve quality of care Read Full Post >
August 29, 2012
Report: States Need Better Disaster Regulations for Child-Care Centers
Only 17 states have sufficient regulations to make sure that children in schools and day cares are properly protected in the case of natural disasters, according to a new report from Save the Children, a nonprofit focused on children's safety and welfare. Read Full Post >
August 28, 2012
First Five Years Fund Taps California Advocate for Top Post
Advocacy organization touts Kris Perry's accomplishments at First 5 California. Read Full Post >
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