Two first-time parents wait patiently at the doctor’s office. Their doctor enters and offers a summary of their test results. Their child shows early developmental delays. The doctor offers them some pamphlets. They must educate themselves about how to proceed. Worried and afra…
Early childhood teachers in Colorado face low pay, high turnover.
“It’s amazing and disheartening that in an industry so vital to children, families, and the Colorado economy, early childhood programs cannot afford to pay their teachers a livable wage,” said Jennifer Stedron, executive director at Early Milestones Colorado. Read the full article from The Den…
Why boosting mental health for the youngest children is attracting federal – and private – invesment
From Adams County to Chaffee County, Colorado communities are leading the way to advance children’s social and emotional health. Learn more about inspiration for LAUNCH Together – a first-of-its kind effort – and the power of public-private partnerships. Read the full Chalkbeat article here.…
Local News Highlights LAUNCH Together grant awarded to Fremont and Chaffee Counties
Young children in Chaffee County who need additional resources to improve their social and emotional health will benefit from a $2 million LAUNCH Together grant awarded to early childhood councils in Chaffee and Fremont counties. Read the full article.…
Gary Community Investments features Transforming Colorado’s Early Childhood Workforce Initiative in investment portfolio
Early Milestones Colorado is thrilled to be featured in Gary Community Investments’ online investment portfolio. In an effort to improve the lives of Colorado’s children and their families, we are partnering with the Buell Foundation, Colorado Department of Education, Colorado Departmen…
Seeking TA Providers for LAUNCH Together Phase II Implementation
Early Milestones Colorado is soliciting proposals from individuals and/or organizations to provide high quality technical assistance to LAUNCH Together communities participating in Phase II Implementation. These communities will be implementing their strategic vision for building more effective loca…
LAUNCH Together Planning Communities Selected
Seven Colorado communities were awarded LAUNCH Together planning grants in December 2015. Baby Bear Hugs, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pueblo, Denver’s Early Childhood Council, ECHO & Family Center Early Childhood Council, Jefferson Center for Mental Health, Mesa County Health Departm…