Spreading the Word as We Strive for Equity
Scroll down to read all Birth to Five Illinois news coverage, or you can click to read the coverage from your Region.
Kick-off Follow-up, Jobs & More
In case you missed our e-newsletter, we covered Action Council Regional Manager job applications, video from kick-off events, regional data, Chicago launch info + who to reach out to with your questions.
Birth to Five Illinois is Creating Councils to Look at Services for Children
[Longueville] stressed that to understand what families need is helped by including parents in the councils and their planning. They need to have more feedback…
PRESS RELEASE: Illinois Pushes Forward With Improving Early Childhood Services
The Birth to Five Illinois virtual kick-off events will be held from 6-7pm on February 1, 2, and 3, 2022. There will also be a Spanish session on February 5, 2022, from 10-11am.
Ald. Fleming Leads State Initiative to Elevate Family Voice in Early Child Care Programs
“We are seeking parents, childcare providers, educators and early learning advocates to serve on our councils. They will be our link to diverse communities, giving voice to families that often are overlooked and unheard.”
Illinois Wants Parents, Educators in the Early Learning Conversation. Advocates Say that is Long Overdue.
In 2022, Illinois will launch 39 regional councils to weigh in on spending in their communities. Advocates want to make sure parents are represented.
Cicely Fleming named State Director for Regional and Community Systems
As State Director for Regional and Community Systems, Cicely will lead the implementation of this ambitious plan to engage communities across the state in meeting the needs of young families.