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Preschool Development Grant (PDG) award is an important step forward at a critical time
As Nebraska begins grappling with how to recover from the impact of COVID-19, the federal Preschool Development Grant award offers a way to make the most of our investments in children, families and communities. Read More
May 15, 2020 | Posted in General
COVID-19: Nebraska Legislature updates
Stay current on the latest news from state senators. Read More
March 24, 2020 | Posted in Legislation
Nation’s Governors Make Early Childhood a Priority
Governors made early childhood education a priority at their recent annual meeting in Washington, D.C. Early childhood was discussed during the opening session, with emphasis on how quality education in a child’s most formative years can help build economic strength and yield social benefits for our communities. Read More
March 09, 2017 | Posted in General
Senators Campbell and Sullivan: Unique LB547 Partnerships Will Reach More At-Risk Children
With true bipartisanship, Nebraska senators passed and Governor Ricketts signed legislation to allow partnership between child care providers and schools to help young children receive the kinds of early experiences known to foster cognitive and character skills that lead to success in school and life. Read More
May 28, 2015 | Posted in Legislation
Governor Ricketts Signs Budget, Stabilizes Funding for Early Childhood Education
The budget stabilizes future funding for Sixpence, Nebraska’s birth to age 3 early learning fund and increases funding for incentives and bonuses in Step Up to Quality. Read More
May 21, 2015 | Posted in
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