First Things First, Arizona’s statewide early childhood health and development board, recently released “Ready for School. Set for Life: Creating the Model Early Childhood System.” This document is the first of several materials that First Things First (FTF) will produce … Read more
Another election has come and gone, and now the signs will come down, commercial advertising will return to peddling fast food and useless gadgets, and our newly elected and returning officials will begin setting agendas for the coming term. Hopefully, … Read more
The Presidents of Arizona’s three public universities joined together to publish an article in the Arizona Republic, speaking out in support of early learning. Read an excerpt of the presidents’ article below, and view it in its entirety here. What … Read more
Four years ago, Arizonans voted to implement an 80-cent tobacco tax to fund early childhood health and development programs. It was a bold and strategic move that showed an unprecedented commitment to Arizona’s children and our future. The tax we … Read more
Today marks the first day of campaigning for Arizona’s General Election on November 2nd. While yesterday’s voter turnout was low, we can’t help but notice all of the Arizonans out there who are proud to “Vote 4 Education.” Kudos to … Read more
The passage of Proposition 100 was a big victory for our schools, public safety and Arizona overall. Arizona voters sent a resounding message that supporting education is our priority, and that, when given a choice, we will “Vote 4 Education.” … Read more
As we work to expand our movement of Arizonans who value education as our state’s top priority, Expect More Arizona is launching a new multimedia campaign intended to elevate the voices of concerned citizens and passionate advocates across the state. … Read more
The following article was posted on Arizona Central on March 30, 2010: Arizona Can’t Afford to Lose Ground in Early Learning for Kids By Judy Jolley Mohraz and Paul J. Luna A dad dropping off his infant daughter at a … Read more
First Things First – established after Arizona voters approved a ballot measure to set aside funds to help young children start kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed – faces an uncertain future. In their attempt to sweep the funds, state … Read more
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