See what local families and community members say they need for their children across the State
Family & Community Stories
Birth to Five Illinois has created a space for families and community members in every Illinois Region to share their experiences with local Early Childhood programs and services. Through stories about challenges and successes, we can identify the issues and work collectively to mend what is broken, while also celebrating what is working.
Family Council Impact: Region 39
“Yo quería hacer a voz la de mi comunidad.” / “I wanted to make my community's voice heard.”
Region 39: What Families Say They Need
"We have a hard time recruiting qualified people to work in ECEC. We have to grow them into teachers…"