Early Childhood Alliance

Early Childhood Alliance We support accessible and equitable outcomes for children under 3 in the Wasatch Back.

Kristen Schulz, Early Childhood Alliance director, was just published in Utah News Dispatch with a commentary piece abou...
08/21/2026

Kristen Schulz, Early Childhood Alliance director, was just published in Utah News Dispatch with a commentary piece about Utah's childcare affordability crisis. She makes the case that proposed cuts to the state's childcare subsidy program would push quality care out of reach for many working families right here in Summit County.

"We can't just say Utah is family-friendly; we have to make investments that actually make Utah family-friendly."

Read Kristen's full piece on Utah News Dispatch.
https://utahnewsdispatch.com/2026/08/20/stop-pretending-utah-families-can-afford-childcare/

Starting at 10 am TODAY, Wednesday, 7/29!!⁠⁠Early Childhood Alliance invites the community to join a Teams meeting on Su...
07/29/2026

Starting at 10 am TODAY, Wednesday, 7/29!!⁠
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Early Childhood Alliance invites the community to join a Teams meeting on Summit County Strong Starts, featuring an overview from Public Health Nurse Kelsey Fillmore of Summit County Health. This session offers valuable insight into the collaborative work supporting early childhood development and family well-being across Summit County.⁠
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Tap the link to join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/22162729222441?p=xwT5aGGX0X2IB5DGgG⁠
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According to a new release from the New York City Mayor's Office, the city just made a major investment in early childho...
07/15/2026

According to a new release from the New York City Mayor's Office, the city just made a major investment in early childhood!

Mayor Mamdani and school leadership announced $67.5 million to bring specialized pre-K programs to children with disabilities in 14 school districts across all five boroughs this fall, along with hundreds of new staff to speed up evaluations and support families throughout the process. Early intervention changes outcomes, and it's exactly the kind of investment every community deserves to see.

Read more: https://www.nyc.gov/mayors-office/news/2026/07/mayor-mamdani-and-chancellor-kamar-samuels-launch-major-expansio

Looking for quality childcare for your little one this fall? PC Tots has spots available starting September 1st!There ar...
07/08/2026

Looking for quality childcare for your little one this fall? PC Tots has spots available starting September 1st!

There are 8 openings for toddlers (13-23 months), 4 openings for Big Tots (24-35 months), and 10 openings for Pre-K children ages 3-5. Families must live or work within Summit County to receive care.

To begin the enrollment process, visit pctots.org/registration to fill out the enrollment application/waitlist form.

According to 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation, Utah ranks 5th in the nation for education, b...
06/30/2026

According to 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book from the Annie E. Casey Foundation, Utah ranks 5th in the nation for education, but the newest data shows some concerning trends right here at home.

The report shows that preschool participation in Utah has gotten worse since 2019, even as the state holds a top national ranking in education overall. Early learning gaps don't fix themselves, and the Early Childhood Alliance is committed to help close them in Summit County.

Learn more about these Utah numbers: https://www.aecf.org/interactive/databook?l=49

Did you know Utah's investment in childcare is one of the lowest in the nation?Meanwhile, nearly 70% of Utah moms with c...
06/26/2026

Did you know Utah's investment in childcare is one of the lowest in the nation?

Meanwhile, nearly 70% of Utah moms with children under 6 are working and often scrambling to find high-quality care for their little ones. According to Child Care Aware of America's "An Uneven Start 2026" report, across the country, states are investing anywhere from less than $500 to more than $5,000 per child under age 5, and Utah continues to fall behind.

Every child deserves a strong start! Learn more about where child care funding falls short and why it matters:https://info.childcareaware.org/hubfs/Uneven-Start-Where-Child-Care-Funding-Falls-Short-2026.pdf

🍎A few preschool spots are still available at two Park City elementary schools:Jeremy Ranch Elementary has openings for ...
06/24/2026

🍎A few preschool spots are still available at two Park City elementary schools:

Jeremy Ranch Elementary has openings for 3-year-olds, and Parley's Park Elementary has openings for 4-year-olds. Both in-boundary and out-of-boundary families are welcome to apply. Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so don't wait!

Families interested in enrolling can reach out to Melissa Tschabrun at [email protected].

Summit County just launched something families should know about.Strong Starts, launched by the Summit County Health Dep...
05/29/2026

Summit County just launched something families should know about.

Strong Starts, launched by the Summit County Health Department, is a new program that connects families with children ages 0–8 to in-home nurse visits. The program serves families who are uninsured, underinsured, or on Medicaid, and visits are guided entirely by what each family finds helpful, whether that's developmental screenings, postpartum mental health support, or connections to local resources.

Learn more and find the request form: https://townlift.com/2026/05/summit-county-launches-strong-starts-home-visitation-program/

Every young child deserves a story to call their own and we are working to make that possible for families across Utah.E...
05/28/2026

Every young child deserves a story to call their own and we are working to make that possible for families across Utah.

Early Childhood Alliance has been a proud funder of the program in Summit County, making participation completely free for local families. As coverage continues to grow across the state, the hope is that every Utah child will one day have access.

Have a child under five in Summit County? Sign up: https://parkcitycf.org/initiatives/early-childhood-alliance/dolly-parton-library/

For many Utah parents, childcare isn't just expensive. It's reshaping careers, family planning, and everyday life.A rece...
05/26/2026

For many Utah parents, childcare isn't just expensive. It's reshaping careers, family planning, and everyday life.

A recent Salt Lake Tribune article by Samantha Moilanen follows families navigating costs that, for some, exceed their monthly rent or mortgage.

"It's such a financial burden on its own, and it's such a stress finding high-quality childcare solutions that feel safe for your kid." said Kathryn Macdonald-Poelman, Utah mother of three.

These stories are worth hearing. Read the full article:
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2026/05/21/utah-childcare-costs-parents-say/

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