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Early Childhood

Join Footnotes, a texting club and community service through MPR News offering early childhood news, updates and information for children aged 0-5 and their caregivers. Engage with other parents/guardians and early childhood reporter Kyra Miles:
Minnesota child care providers put a pause on revising licensing standards

Minnesota child care providers put a pause on revising licensing standards

The Minnesota Department of Human Services is pausing the proposed rollout of new child care licensing standards for next legislative session. This comes after providers voiced their concerns with some of the revisions.
by Kyra Miles

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6 facts about Walz’s education track record in Minnesota

6 facts about Walz’s education track record in Minnesota

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz often touts his experience teaching high school and his focus on education as governor. Here’s a look at what he’s done in the five-plus years he’s led the state. 
by Elizabeth Shockman and Kyra Miles

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Gillette Children’s promotes play for kids of all abilities

Gillette Children’s promotes play for kids of all abilities

The St. Paul hospital hopes to inspire others to help build recreational spaces for all with a “day of play” at its inclusive playground.
by Kyra Miles

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Two Blaine day care employees charged with child abuse

Two Blaine day care employees charged with child abuse

Two employees at Small World Learning Center in Blaine have been charged with child abuse for allegedly harming three infants. Charges allege that day care security footage shows a 23-year-old employee and a 31-year old employee handling infants roughly.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Navigating early childhood special education: 7 questions, answered

Navigating early childhood special education: 7 questions, answered

Kyra Miles of MPR News tapped the expertise of St. Cloud State University’s Carol Gibson-Miller to answer your questions about early intervention, inclusive education, and the role of parents in advocating for their children.
by Kyra Miles

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Minnesota families struggle to find quality child care for their children with disabilities

Minnesota families struggle to find quality child care for their children with disabilities

Early intervention can help kids with disabilities succeed in school, but finding child care that can manage their needs is a massive challenge. Parents often ride a roller coaster of hope and frustration searching for a spot. One organization has a waiting list of 2,000 kids.
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Parents are key when it comes to limiting screen time for kids, study finds

Parents are key when it comes to limiting screen time for kids, study finds

Early adolescence is a time when kids are becoming more independent and spending more time on social media. When it comes to curbing screen time in this age group, new research suggests some parental strategies work better than others.
by Maria Godoy

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