Jun 9, 2022
Pandemic babies are behind after years of stress, isolation affected brain development
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Kids born in the COVID-19 era lag in certain skills and are more prone to challenging behaviors. Experts say their parents need more support.
Apr 19, 2022
What are the average nanny and daycare prices?
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If you're struggling to afford childcare, there are income-based government-assistance programs that may be able to provide financial support.
Apr 4, 2022
Poverty Impedes Children’s Education Long Before They Enter The Classroom — Here’s How We Can Change That
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Within the United States, education is commonly regarded as an equalizer to opportunity and upward mobility. In reality, there are countless impediments in the system that exclude low-income children from reaping the full benefits of education long before they enter the classroom.
Feb 17, 2022
State officials unveil plan to strengthen early childhood system
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State leaders met with Governor Henry McMaster at the statehouse Thursday to unveil a plan to strengthen the state’s early childhood system and launch a new website for families.
Jan 13, 2022
DSS Celebrates ABC Quality’s 30th Anniversary in 2022
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Throughout 2022, the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS) is celebrating ABC Quality’s 30 years of supporting families and early childhood programs.
Jan 10, 2022
From Health Care to Education, the Early Childhood Workforce Is in Crisis
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As an organization, ICS focuses on the systems that support young children and their families to help them thrive, spanning health care, child welfare, and early care and education. In order to deliver on the promise of these investments, we need well-trained, well-compensated professionals who can bring their expertise, passion, and commitment to their fields. But across sectors, our society currently underinvests in the needs of this workforce–leading to burnout for professionals and missed opportunities for families.