News And Annoucements Index

First 5 LA's new Chief of Programs brings a global perspective and a hands-on approach to the job.

As the state deficit reaches $28.1 billion, the incoming governor and other state leaders look to fill gaps while leaving child-related programs intact.

State leaders discuss the future of public school education and other areas that may face cuts due to the state's financial challenges.

Discussions in the 14 Best Start communities are yielding information about what works, and what doesn't, for children 0-5 and bringing more voices to the place-based process.

New bill will address hunger and obesity problems by encouraging, and providing for, better nutrition for children and families.

A parent's attention, time and love is the cheapest, most cherished gift you can give to your child for the holidays and the whole year through.

First 5 LA's month-long early literacy campaign of story times, theater groups and learning comes to an end.

Some for-profit hospitals may opt for convenience over the health of the baby.

They may not fit in a paper-wrapped box or under a tree, but the gifts of good manners, thankfulness and being appreciative for what you have can last a lifetime.

A First 5 LA consultant, Deena Margolis puts her passion for children and family issues into her policy and analyst work, making her a First 5 LA Champion for Children.

Reading out loud to young children makes a big impact on their future.

Nonprofit organizations interested in planning and developing a revenue-generated program or business related to the organization's mission or expertise.

A Nobel Laureate does the math and finds that high-quality early education simply adds up.

Reacting to a lawsuit, the State Department of Education agrees to continue funding CalWORKs Stage 3 child care program so participants can find alternative services.

Shocking news about childhood obesity, and ways to prevent it, takes center stage at a First 5 LA co-sponsored panel discussion.

At a panel discussion on childhood obesity, one advocate calls for action against children's consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages.

During First 5 LA's early literacy campaign this month, children around the county are being charmed with stories from Flights of Fantasy. Imagination and fun is one way to inspire a love of reading!

First 5 LA's Research and Evaluation team is keeping tabs on our progress in the Best Start communities and county-wide.

A simple majority vote measure in the state Legislature could make passing state budgets easier, but another measure curtails possible revenue solutions.

State Superintendent criticizes governor, but expresses optimism about the future of school readiness initiative in speech to early educators.

Getting preschool-age children to exercise is easy - kids that age are naturally active and, with a little creativity, physical activity is fun.

Avoid lead-poisoning in children is easy, and worth it to keep them healthy.

An Alameda judge gave a temporary reprieve to "welfare-to-work" parents who receive state assistance in child care.

An East Los Angeles 4-year-old and her grandparents already know what a great place the library is. During early literacy month, the Southern California First 5 Commissions hope other families also Read Early, Read Aloud!

Obama and Biden speak about communities, education and being women.

Experts don't agree if intensive pre-kindergarten academic instruction is good for all children.

As First 5 LA moves forward in implementing our FY 2009-2015 Strategic Plan, we remain focused on the four goals we hope to accomplish throughout Los Angeles County: children are born healthy, children maintain a healthy weight, they are safe from abuse and neglect and ready for kindergarten.

November is our annual early literacy campaign. There are many reasons to read to young children.

In response to the elimination of child care for nearly 7,000 children whose parents have successfully moved off welfare, the First 5 LA Commission today approved up to $15 million in transitional funding to restore a CalWORKs child care program for Los Angeles County's youngest children

Addressing an early childhood literacy crisis that affects our economy and reduces the competitiveness of our workforce, First 5 Commissions in Southern California, announced the launch of their 4th annual "Read Early, Read Aloud" childhood literacy campaign for November.