The website I chose and subscribed to was http://www.zerotothree.org/. Zero to Three is an excellent resource for any information regarding infants and toddlers. They provide information for a variety of issues related to early childhood. They are a non-profit organization whose goal is to simply improve the lives of infants and toddlers through information, trainings, and support of those in the early childhood field. Though I did not find any current articles related to changing demographics or diversity, Zero to Three has a variety of articles that are updated frequently that address current issues in the field, so I feel that diversity is an issue that they provide information on as it comes up.
One issue that was addressed in a July edition of Zero to Three's Baby Monitor newsletter was the debt ceiling debate. Funding is a major issue in early childhood right now and this debate could effect the future of early childhood programs. It is important that the government continue to support and fund programs for infants and toddlers. The website offers a wide range of information regarding the debate as well as information on how to advocate for young children.
I have been watching the news and read several articles on how the government is trying to cutt funds for early childhood. Resources and funds are already limited when it comes to this particular field. Education is importnat and it takes funding to be able to provide quality education. I hope and pray that the funding will not affect the early childhood programs like I think they are.
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ReplyDeleteGreat resource. I too like this resource. It is very informative! The debt ceiling and potential cuts that Early Childhood programs face is rather scary. Hopefully the government will see the need for these programs like we see the need.