Education
Last year, because you gave...
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Early care and education professionals were supported through scholarships, trainings, and leadership development opportunities that strengthen care for young children.
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Nine individuals received scholarships to pursue associate and bachelor’s degrees in early childhood education.
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Local early care and education providers completed more than 400 hours of professional training through United Way Success By 6 workshops, events, and sessions.
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Forty-three early childhood leaders participated in the 18th Annual United Way Success By 6 Directors’ Symposium to grow leadership skills and knowledge.
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Parents and primary caregivers were empowered to be their child’s first and best teacher through education and resources focused on early learning and social-emotional development.
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Raising Children with Conscious Discipline® sessions equipped parents, caregivers, and child care providers with tools to support children’s social and emotional growth.
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More than 875 families with newborns received United Way Success By 6 Baby Bags at Mosaic Life Care, including early development guides, local resource information, and a new children’s book.
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Families were supported in preparing children for kindergarten success.
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One hundred sixty families participated in United Way KinderClub sessions offered by area school districts.
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Nearly 600 United Way Destination: Kindergarten Resource Kits were distributed to families of soon-to-be kindergarteners.
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United Way facilitated local conversations to address gaps in the early care and education system.
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United Way engaged with local, regional, and statewide early childhood partners and initiatives.
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United Way participated in community events such as Tiny Tot Town, Children’s Fair, and My Success Event.
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United Way created opportunities for early childhood providers and family-serving organizations to connect, collaborate, and share resources.