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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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!
Ana is the mother of two young children in Las Vegas. She shares her experience navigating resources for her children and her experience with the First 5 Nevada Family Leadership Council.
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.
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!
On May 20, 2025, Washington D.C. will witness a powerful display of advocacy as families from across the United States converge on Capitol Hill for the annual Strolling Thunder event to amplify the voices of parents and caregivers of infants and toddlers, urging Congress to prioritize policies that support the well-being and development of young children. Our own Adriana Morales Lemus from the First 5 Family Leadership Council will be representing Nevada!
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 First 5 Nevada Early Childhood Screening Event will be held on Saturday, April 5th in Las Vegas! In addition to free screenings, parents can receive referrals, if needed, right on site!
Family engagement is a vital component of building strong communities. Through the Family Engagement Mentorship and Networking Program, we can empower families, support organizations, and create lasting change. By working together, we can strengthen advocacy efforts, enhance leadership, and improve access to vital resources.
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First 5 Nevada is supported by the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5), Grant Number 90TP099, awarded to the Nevada Department of Education, from the Office of Child Care, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Office of Child Care, the Administration for Children and Families, or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
