Why?
Because we are investing in our future.
Because early childhood experiences of high quality have profound and lasting effects on learning and motivation.
Because an abundance of research has made it clear —the healthy development of young children benefits all of society by providing a solid foundation for economic productivity and responsible citizenship.
Because it has been proven that the experiences of children in the first days, weeks, months and years of life determine whether a child’s brain structure develops in ways that promote positive future learning, behavior and health.
Because if every child starts school fully prepared, he or she has a greater chance of graduating from high school, going to college and having a healthier, more productive adult life.
First Things First - because first experiences truly do lay the foundation for future successes.