DEC Conference 2025 Reflection: Amber Hewston
Amber Hewston, mother of two, State Advisory Council and Families & Communities Committee parent representative, and Early Intervention Physical Therapist, recently ...
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Feeding Vermont’s Children Cannot Wait
When the federal government shuts down, the consequences ripple into every corner of daily life. For Vermont families who rely on ...
Sharing Resources for Immigrant Families in Vermont
Immigrant families are an important part of Vermont’s communities. Unfortunately, during this time, many immigrant families are facing challenges with housing, ...
Announcing Vermont’s Early Childhood Strategic Plan 2026–2030
We’re thrilled to share a major milestone for Vermont’s youngest children and families. On Monday, October 27, 2025, the Building Bright ...
The Vermont Early Ed Bulletin: Issue 1
Welcome to the first edition of The Vermont Early Ed Bulletin, your source for current data and resources related to Act ...
Act 76 in the 2025 Legislative Session
The Prekindergarten Education Implementation Committee had several recommendations for the Legislature in December 2024, including continuing to invest in a mixed ...
Hear Dr. Morgan Crossman on the Future of Child Care
Earlier this month, I spoke at “Growing Vermont: A Conversation on the Future of Child Care,” a town hall event hosted ...
From Courtroom to Capitol Hill: Why Child and Family Policy is Personal for Me
My journey into the world of child and family policy began in a courtroom—not as a lawyer, but as a witness ...
“In This Together”: ACPCC Supports Families Through Healing and Hope
At the heart of Addison County stands a powerful example of community-centered care: the Addison County Parent Child Center (ACPCC). For ...
Celebrating Progress on Data Access and Integration Made Possible by the Preschool Development Grant
The Preschool Development Grant (PDG) is investing $23 million in Vermont’s early childhood system from 2023 through 2025. This federal grant ...
Vermont’s Child Care Update: How New Policies Are Supporting Families and Child Care Providers
Thanks to Vermont’s historic Act 76, child care subsidies are now available to more families than ever before. Providers also benefit, ...
Elevating Urgent Needs in Vermont’s Early Childhood System: July SAC Public Forum Highlights
On July 28, 2025, Vermont’s Early Childhood State Advisory Council (SAC) convened a special public forum. The forum invited community voices ...
