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INTRODUCING OUR NEW KIDS COUNT® DATA PROJECT: ELEVATING THE NEEDS OF WASHINGTON’S CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
We’re excited to share our first set of state issue briefs focusing on early learning and child care. These briefs explore child care provider rates, the number of young children (ages 3-4) not in school, and other critical factors that affect families with young children.
WASHINGTON FALLS IN NATIONAL RANKINGS FOR OVERALL CHILD WELL-BEING
The Annie E. Casey Foundation’s 2025 KIDS COUNT® Data Book show’s that Washington leaders must do more to provide the support and resources children need to thrive in school and life.
WE OPPOSE DISMANTLING THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
The executive order directing Secretary McMahon to dismantle the United States Department of Education will result in significant harm to children across the country, including in Washington state.
MEETING STUDENTS WHERE THEY ARE: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SOLUTIONS IN SCHOOLS
Exploring the expansion, improvement, and promotion of school-based behavioral health solutions to address the youth behavioral health crisis.