NNPA NEWSWIRE — We work to foster a sense of community and belonging, where Black children feel supported and valued. In collaboration with our national Village...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Head Start helped me to socially connect and learn critical skills at such a young age. My parents were blue-collar workers; early in...
Two weeks into summer’s official start, the Thomas family could have headed to a theme park, the beach, or even visited family for the weekend of...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The national average price of childcare in 2023 was $11,582. This is equivalent to 10% of a married couple with children’s median household...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — I remember Head Start as one of the few safe havens in my community. The teachers formed a protective cocoon, shielding us kids...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The CDA Credential is the most widely recognized credential in early childhood education and it’s a key steppingstone on the path of career...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Head Start was pivotal in preparing my twin boys for school while my wife and I regrouped financially. It’s one thing to experience...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Across all demographics, voters express dedicated support for solutions including increasing funding going to states to expand childcare options and modernizing the tax...
The Castlemont High School Alumni Association hosted their 20th Anniversary Luncheon and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, May 18 in the school’s Phil Reeder...
Californians who are Asian American or Pacific Islanders (AAPI) were the targets of an escalated number of hate crimes and hate incidents during the COVID-19 pandemic....
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Choosing the right program that meets the unique needs of a child also has benefits beyond the immediate ones. We have all seen...
SACRAMENTO OBSERVER — The all-new half-hour situation comedy, “Mind Your Business,” gives viewers a sneak peek into the Williams family’s hectic and hilarious life. The show...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — By recognizing and addressing the mental health needs of African American youth, we can ensure these young individuals have the resources and support...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — When children experience hard things, the one thing that can help them overcome trauma and develop resiliency is love. Loving, caring relationships are...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Lead by example by eliminating distractions behind the wheel and always driving soberly. According to the National Safety Council, a recent survey reported that 91%...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Over the years, numerous studies have shown that Head Start students and graduates have improved life circumstances, including better health and a greater likelihood of...
Oakland Chef Cleaz and Bay Area rapper, author Stanley Cox, aka Mistah F.A.B., hosted a Mother's Day dinner on Monday, May 13, at Pierre Pierre, a...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — We must ensure they have the nurturing relationships, stable homes, and access to mental health services they need to thrive socially, emotionally, mentally,...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — If you always do things for your child, and always tell them what to do, they will not be able to make their...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — In communities across the country, families are striving to give their children a good start in life. They share a common desire for...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — NIEER just released its 2023 State of Preschool Yearbook, which annually tracks state-funded preschool enrollment, funding, and quality across states. This year’s report...
On Saturday, April 20, the Richmond Police Activities League’s board of directors will host a dedication of the Technology Center officially naming it for retired Richmond...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Yet our responsibility to all parents and society at large means we must do more to share insights, especially with underserved and under-resourced...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — AAWP was born out of a collective vision to empower the African American community towards better health outcomes and wellness. Rooted in a...
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Under the new rule, families participating in the Childcare & Development Block Grant (CCDBG) program will now face a cap on co-payments, limiting...