A group of eager preschoolers gather around garden beds on a sunny day, their hands busy harvesting the fruits of their labor. Their class garden is bursting with color and produce, showcasing the results of their hard work. For Michael Brown and the teachers in his program, this harvest is more than just a fun
Category: AZ Communities
How to provide physical distancing in the early education setting
When planning to provide care for young children during COVID-19, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to find reliable advice. On a daily basis, you face critical decisions such as: how should you screen for an illness; what do you need to change in your child care space; what should you do
Director’s network provides support during challenging times
Managing a center-based or home-based early childhood education program is a demanding job—and can feel isolating at times. Some of Arizona’s program directors have formed director’s networks to build support for themselves. These groups are comprised of early childhood program leaders, directors and administrators within a local geographic region. The groups provide an informal venue
Find early childhood programs in communities across Arizona
A new online tool can connect Arizona parents and families with a variety of no-cost early childhood programs to help them nurture their child’s learning and healthy development. First Things First supports programs across Arizona through grants to community organizations that provide services for young children from birth to age 5 (before kindergarten) and their