Early Childhood Focus

Infant Room at YMCA's Child Care Opens

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 09:50:42 PST

EXCERPT FROM: The Grand Island Independent
By STAFF
Angela Washington has one charge in the YMCA�s new infant room, but that�s likely to change quickly.

Grace Lutheran Fundraiser to Fund Childcare and Preschool

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:07:23 PST

EXCERPT FROM: Columbus Telegram
By Eric Freeman
PLATTE CENTER -- Grace Lutheran Church in Platte Center was founded in 1941. The congregation is looking to the future and is excited about its increase of young families into the congregation.

Child Care Stimulus Funds Available

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:10:12 PST

In another boost to the state�s economy through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, Nebraska Senator Ben Nelson has made a recent announcement concerning working families who pay child care.

Kids Count Report Highlights Disparities of Race, Poverty and Geography

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:42:49 PST

A statewide report released today revealed how geography, poverty and race affect opportunities for Nebraska children.

Old School May Find New Life as Child Care

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:44:43 PST

PLATTSMOUTH, Neb. - One of Nebraska's most recognized former Class I school buildings may soon get a second life as a day care facility after sitting empty for a year and a half.

Organization Gets Assist From CPS in Growing Head Start

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:17:07 PST

COLUMBUS -- Central Nebraska Community Services held an open house Wednesday to exhibit its new partnership with Columbus Public Schools (CPS) and how the relationship has enabled the expansion of the local Head Start program.

Aurora Seeks $1.25 Million for Child Care Center

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:50:24 PST

AURORA � Talk of a day care shortage in Aurora has been running through town for years, but for Aurora Child Care's board of directors, it all comes down to one question. If a new industry came to town, could Aurora provide its work force with sufficient child care?

Omaha Schools Benefit From $1.7 Million Grant

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 10:23:11 PST

Early childhood education is getting a big boost in Omaha thanks to a $1.7 million endowment fund.

Communities Get $1.7 Million for Early Childhood Education

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:26:48 PST

The research is clear: Babies whose mommies and daddies talk to them, read to them and bathe them in language are more likely to succeed at school.

State Gives 'Thumbs Up' To Preschool Grant Money

Wed, 14 May 2008 15:36:38 PST

Grant money is coming for public preschools for nearly 100 children, North Platte Public Schools Superintendent Paul Brochtrup told the board of education Monday.

Report Documents Nebraska Child Care Industry

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 13:44:36 PST

A new report shows the early care and education industry in Nebraska creates millions of dollars in annual revenue, thousands of jobs, and an increased standard of living as measured by per capita income.

Professionals Learn More About Quality Child Care

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 10:57:55 PST

For many parents, finding the right person to care for your child while you're at work... isn't easy. But conferences, like the 18th Annual Tri-State Child Care Provider Conference held Saturday in South Sioux City, Nebraska, help.