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Paying for Child Care: Resources to Help Families and Providers
While we and our partners recognize there is no substitute for the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program (CCCAP), here are some additional funding resources for child care discussed at our […]
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We wanted to provide an update to the community that we are continuing an in-depth executive search process for a new CEO to steward the momentum of Denver’s Early Childhood […]
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At Denver’s Early Childhood Council, we know that the earliest years of life lay the foundation for everything that follows. Yet despite decades of research proving the importance of high-quality […]
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Lisa Jameson-Shea, Director of Development To begin grant writing, start by understanding what grants are and what they offer, researching potential funding opportunities, and developing a strong understanding of the […]
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In Praise of Early Childhood Educators
Hi! I’m Joy, and my background is different from most of you who are deeply steeped in Early Childhood Education. While I’m not an expert on kids, I have repeatedly […]
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CEO Transition
Dear DECC Community, I’m writing to share that I will be stepping down from my role as CEO of Denver’s Early Childhood Council in June 2025, with my last full-time […]
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Dear DECC Community, Across Denver and throughout the state, early childhood educators, providers, and families are navigating tremendous pressure—and yet, the commitment to young children remains as strong as ever. […]
More "Take Action – Your Voice Matters"Why Investing in Early Childhood Matters Now More Than Ever
It’s been a busy time at Denver’s Early Childhood Council. Just a few weeks ago, we wrapped up the Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference, where we convened early learning professionals, […]
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ECE Professionals: YOU are invited to Policy Pathways: A Conversation with Legislators as a special add-on to the 2025 Rocky Mountain Early Childhood Conference (RMECC)*. This engaging session is designed […]
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Members of our early learning community have raised concerns and are receiving questions from staff and families about the potential presence of government officials, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) […]
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