Walk into any preschool classroom in North Carolina and you’ll likely be greeted with children playing together or interacting with early childhood educators. While many of […]
As parents and caregivers of children weigh their options for child care in the aftermath of COVID-19, they often find themselves wondering how scarcity impacts their […]
As a parent or caregiver, one of the most important decisions you will make for your young child is choosing a high-quality child care program—and this […]
Summer is just around the corner and many parents are considering what summer camps are available and making plans for their children. No matter if you’re […]
As more and more incidents of school violence continue to make headlines and cause deep concern among families, teachers, and policymakers, many schools are reassessing their […]
Did you know there are a number of no cost, state-funded programs in North Carolina designed to support your child’s early education? While many may think […]
Many early childhood educators encounter young children on a daily basis who have experienced trauma. As more and more research has become available on adverse childhood […]
Even amidst growing inflation across the country, child care—arguably one of the most significant financial burdens for families—remains unchanged. Over the past year, the American Rescue […]
Whether you’re moving to Onslow County for the first time or you’re weighing your options for your child, the process of finding a high-quality child care […]
More than a year ago, the White House announced the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Child Care Stabilization program, a federal aid package designed to enable more […]
As 2022 comes to end, we’re reflecting on a year of rebuilding and supporting our community. As child care and family support systems have shifted since […]
Many early childhood educators—the individuals responsible for making employment possible for most parents—are leaving the workforce for good. Low pay, demanding work, and a lack of […]
For decades, most businesses have created a sharp separation between the personal and the professional. However in recent years—particularly since COVID—more and more businesses have seen […]
As your child grows and matures, you’re likely noticing several new changes in their behavior. At 3 years old, your preschooler is beginning to understand their […]
Since the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic, child care centers have continued to close at an alarming rate: one-third of all centers have closed and […]
Separation anxiety commonly impacts many babies and toddlers—and it can be heart-wrenching for a parent. If your child cries or clings to you as you try […]
One Place provides several early education programs that support children through their first 2,000 days, including Early Head Start, a federally-funded program designed for low-income families. […]
Preschool applications are open—and if you’re like many families in Onslow County, your 3- or 4-year-old might be starting preschool in the fall. This is a […]
For decades, the benefits of attending preschool have been widely studied by experts—and research has continued to find that preschool not only gives young children a […]