DRAFT Department of Early Childhood Transition Plan Now Available for Public Feedback

The Transition Working Group (TWG) has released the first draft of a plan to establish a new, unified Department of Early Childhood that will align and strengthen the state’s early childhood services and programs, including the voter-approved, voluntary, universal preschool program. The draft Department of Early Childhood Transition Plan highlights recommendations for the department’s structure, governance, and priorities.

We want to hear from you! Join us on our statewide listening tour Oct. 11-15 to share the draft plan and gather public feedback. Learn more here. In addition, we hope you will share your ideas, questions, excitements, and suggestions on the draft plan.

Our momentum continues to grow, and we look forward to working alongside you to ensure all children, their families, and the early childhood professionals who support them are valued, healthy and thriving!