Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not. ~Dr. Seuss
Early care and education policy needs your support in order to truly give all children a good start in life.
In this section, you will find information on the following:
Early care and education issues and advocacy
Information on advocacy groups
An action center to contact policy makers and support high quality early care and education
National Issues
On March 2, 2012 Dateline NBC showed a segment where Chris Hanson investigated daycares and background checks. Following the story, much debate arose on the regulation of child care programs throughout the country.
The National Association for Regulatory Administration (NARA) issued a response.
State Issues
In his 2012 State of the State Address, Governor Cuomo made a promise to be a lobbyist for students.
Early Care & Learning Council wants Governor Cuomo to know our youngest students need him too.
Investments in early care and education are good for children and taxpayers too! Children who have quality early care and education are less likely to repeat grades, need special education, and are more likely to graduate.
View Tiny Feet Big Dreams 2-Minute Video
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Contact Governor Cuomo to let him know you care about early care and education and the future of New York!
Organizations that advocate for child care and education:
Reports on the effects of early care and education:
Buffalo Child Care Means Business
Report on K-12 Education in New York State
Infant/Toddler Project
For more information on how you can help make a difference in the lives and education of children, please contact us.