Black History Month: Four Black Trailblazers in Early Childhood Education

Black History Month: Four Black Trailblazers in Early Childhood Education

At the heart of Smart Start's mission is the belief that quality early childhood care and education is essential for long-term success. These are fields that have been profoundly shaped by the contributions of Black leaders, whose pioneering work...

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Smart Start Will Implement Tri-Share Pilot Program, Increasing Access to High-Quality Affordable Child Care

Smart Start Will Implement Tri-Share Pilot Program, Increasing Access to High-Quality Affordable Child Care

Smart Start Will Implement Tri-Share Pilot Program in Three Regions - Download This Release as PDF The North Carolina Partnership for Children (NCPC) is partnering with the Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE) to award funding to three...

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2022-2023 A Year in Review: Ensuring a Strong Foundation for Early Care and Education

The Smart Start Network works year-round to ensure children and families thrive, creating a brighter future for each child in every community. To celebrate the new year, Smart Start will showcase the impact of the Network with early care...

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Smart Start Supports Early Care and Education for Each Child in Every Community

The Smart Start Network works year-round to ensure children and families are supported, creating a brighter future for each child in every community. Each Local Partnership provides critical social and emotional support, needed resources and referrals, crucial infrastructure support,...

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