Big Ideas From the Race to the Top Early Learning Challenge
From the first in a series of webinars about Maximizing Federal Investments for Young Children, state leaders from Georgia and Illinois talk about the big ideas for early childhood systems building resulting from their Race to the Top Early Learning Challenge grants. They cover what they did, what they learned, post ELC strengths and challenges, and the impact they are having on young children and families.
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Understanding Latino Children and Families’ Well-being Requires Data Disaggregated by Birth Within or Outside the United States
Report March 13, 2024
This brief from the National Research Center on Hispanic Children and Families, builds on previous findings and on their previous work showing that the challenges, opportunities, and lived experiences of Latinx individuals vary significantly by their nativity status—a term used to distinguish people who were born in the United States from those who were born outside it- and that these differences are tied in significant ways to their and their children’s well-being. These differences should be considered when examining how policies and programs support the diverse needs of Latino individuals.
Supporting Multilingual Learners
Report August 17, 2023
As the number of young multilingual learners— children who speak language(s) other than English—increases throughout the country, the focus on supporting language development, rooted in diverse cultural, linguistic, and developmentally appropriate practices, becomes a critical component of the early childhood care and education (ECCE) system.
About BUILD
Report February 1, 2023
The BUILD Initiative is a national effort that advances state work on behalf of young children (prenatal through five), their families, and communities. BUILD staff partner with early childhood state leaders focused on early learning, health and nutrition, mental health, child welfare, and family support and engagement to create the policies, infrastructure, and cross-sector connections necessary for quality and equity. BUILD provides consultation, planning, and tailored implementation assistance, learning opportunities, resources, and cross-state peer exchanges. These efforts help state leaders improve and expand access to quality and promote equitable outcomes for our youngest children.