The early childhood system evolves as fast as our children grow. From new legislation and programs to the best practices in health care, keep checking here for the latest news, insights and advice to help navigate your child’s early years.
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Rural Medicaid members asked for more preventive health, easier appointments, and more doctors and providers. Nevada Medicaid listened and responded. Now, managed care is coming to rural Nevada. Changes are coming in January 2026.
What better way to celebrate the start of summer than with National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month! It’s the perfect time to explore nature’s colorful bounty and fill your plate with foods that nourish your body and delight your taste buds.
Partners throughout the state host a variety of community events and trainings designed to engage families, provide valuable resources, and promote early childhood development. From workshops and educational sessions to fun, interactive activities for kids, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
The 2025 Nevada Legislative Session ended on Monday, June 2nd. Learn about what bills passed, and what bills did not, to support young children in Nevada.
Discover fun and safe ways to explore water with your child! This article shares simple water safety tips and a hands-on STEAM activity where kids ages 0–5 can learn through play by testing what sinks, floats, and building their own boat.
Dairy plays a key role in early childhood development by supporting strong bones, brain growth, and balanced nutrition, making it an important, versatile food group for kids ages 0 to 5, even for those with lactose sensitivity.
We all want to be seen for who we are, our strengths, what we can achieve, and what makes us special. Being seen is one of the objectives of Learning Disabilities Week (June 16th – 22nd), a time to remember that our friends and families with learning differences are not alone.
The Washoe County School District (WCSD) created Parent University to offer workshops to help families build upon skills, knowledge and support systems to advocate for student success. Check out the library of video clips in English and Spanish for foundational skills needed for success in learning to read in elementary school.
Elevating Families is a program in Northern Nevada designed to help parents grow stronger and build a brighter tomorrow! Learn how the program helped a local family and how to get enrolled.
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