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September 30, 2021
Business ownership hasn’t been easy these last couple of years. Shutdowns and pandemic restrictions are only part of the problem; businesses have also faced significant staffing shortages . COVID-19, however, isn’t entirely to blame.
August 31, 2021
Talk about a rare opportunity. The importance of early childhood is being recognized like never before, and Edward Street is determined to capitalize on this unique moment in history.
August 16, 2021
At a time when the COVID-19 pandemic continues to interrupt children’s most formative years, early education and literacy are more important than ever.
June 30, 2021
In Massachusetts, a livable wage—the hourly rate that an individual must earn to support his or herself and their family—is $17.74 per hour. The numbers simply don't line up.
June 16, 2021
In case you haven’t heard us say it before, we’re in favor of universal, affordable, high-quality childcare.
May 25, 2021
Last month, nearly 100 years later, President Joe Biden proposed an additional four years of coverage for early education and care, as part of the American Families Plan.
April 28, 2021
Good news in the quest for universal, affordable early education and care! A majority of state legislators have now signed on as co-sponsors of the Common Start Legislation.
March 25, 2021
For too many young children, the system just isn’t working. Their learning, growth and future success is hindered by the lack of affordable, high-quality early education and care, studies show.
February 24, 2021
Last week, a bill two years in the making was filed at the Massachusetts State Legislator. The Common Start Legislation calls for a 5-year pathway to universal early education and care (EEC) for children ages 0-5.
January 29, 2021
With 2020 and the presidential election behind us, it’s a good time to talk about our plans for 2021. Here’s a sneak peek at what we have in store. This is just the beginning!
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