By: Kate Steber, MSW/MPH Intern at Durham’s Partnership for Children This week, the Partnership convened a meeting focusing on the mental health needs of Durham’s youngest children. In order to
Continue ReadingThe Exchange Family Center’s Early Childhood Outreach program (EChO) facilitates a free yearly seminar for Durham County childcare providers of children ages 2-5. The seminar is based upon theTeaching Pyramid, an
Continue ReadingRead Aloud 15 Minutes launched their “Seize the Summer” campaign today, reminding parents that children don’t stop growing during the summer, so they shouldn’t stop learning either! The campaign encourages
Continue ReadingWith the summer heat and this weekend’s upcoming 4th of July festivities, many people will be flocking to neighborhood and community pools for some family time. Pools are a great
Continue ReadingA few months ago, in front of a sold-out TEDxUNC conference crowd, Dr. Kathleen Gallagher of the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG) told the amazing story of the
Continue Reading“If we had X dollars to invest in reducing inequality or promoting human capital development, where should we invest it?” This question is one that is frequently asked of Professor
Continue ReadingWe are pleased to announce that we have awarded Transition to Kindergarten Mini-Grants to 17 child care sites and elementary schools through our Transition to Kindergarten (TTK) Initiative, a collaboration with
Continue ReadingThis week, United Way of the Greater Triangle announced a new pilot program in Durham County, PremiumHelp.org, to help low income families and individuals pay for health insurance premiums. “Access to healthcare
Continue ReadingToday is an exciting day for early education! The White House Summit on Early Education is a convening of prominent business leaders, philanthropists, advocates, elected officials and members of the
Continue ReadingThis Saturday, Nov. 1st, is the 3rd annual Take a Loved One to the Doctor event, held at the Durham County Human Services Building (414 East Main St.) from 10am – 2pm.
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