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65,000 kids may be without Head Start Programs starting Monday

Federal funding lapse threatens closure of many Head Start centers, risking services for nearly 65,000 children and jobs for over 22,000 staff.

Parenting

fromBusiness Insider

2 days ago

When grandparents can step in to help with childcare, it can be a huge support. 5 families show how it's not always that simple.

Grandparents can significantly reduce childcare costs and burden, but logistical, physical, employment, and parenting philosophy barriers often prevent or complicate their involvement.

Mental health

fromBuzzFeed

2 weeks ago

A New Study Reveals That Moms Are Dealing With 1 Worrying Health Issue

Mothers' mental health has declined significantly from 2016 to 2023, with fewer reporting excellent mental health and more reporting fair/poor.

Education

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

1 month ago

Katrina destroyed New Orleans' early childhood education. 20 years later, it's a model for success. - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Katrina destroyed most New Orleans early childhood centers, hindering families' return and children’s development, prompting educators like Wilcox to rebuild vital learning services.

US politics

fromwww.independent.co.uk

1 month ago

Thousands of new school nursery places to be rolled out

The UK government will fund up to 7,000 additional school nursery places by September 2026 via a 45 million scheme supporting 300 new or expanded nurseries.