4 Tips for Choosing a Safe, High-Quality Child Care Program in Onslow County
4 Tips for Choosing a Safe, High-Quality Child Care Program in Onslow County As a parent, one of the biggest and most important decisions you’ll make is choosing a child […]
The Economics of Child Care
According to a recent study released by the NC Chamber of Commerce Foundation, gaps in child care are driving parents out of the workforce, reducing tax revenue for the state, […]
State examines ratings tool for assessing child care quality
As parents and caregivers of children weigh their options for child care in the aftermath of COVID-19, they often find themselves wondering how scarcity impacts their expectations of quality. One […]
Increasing the Supply of Child Care: Policy Recommendations
Even amidst growing inflation across the country, child care—arguably one of the most significant financial burdens for families—remains unchanged. Over the past year, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding […]
Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) and Why It Matters
Whether you’re moving to Onslow County for the first time or you’re weighing your options for your child, the process of finding a high-quality child care provider can be overwhelming. […]
Child Care Workers are Leaving the Workforce. How Do We Bring Them Back?
Many early childhood educators—the individuals responsible for making employment possible for most parents—are leaving the workforce for good. Low pay, demanding work, and a lack of benefits are driving child […]
Child Care Centers are Closing: Unpacking the Reasons
Since the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, child care centers have continued to close at an alarming rate: one-third of all centers have closed and approximately 100,000 workers have […]