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Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - July 2020
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Commission Meeting Summary for July 9, 2020
Making the News: Pandemic Pods, Mask On/Mask Off, and More on The School Reopening Debate Contd.
Making the News: Pandemic Pods, Mask On/Mask Off, and More on The School Reopening Debate
Despite Pandemic Shortfalls, Governor and Legislature Preserve Early Childhood Spending in State Budget
First 5 LA Promotes Developmental Screenings with New Pediatrician Toolkit
PRINTING SERVICES REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
Study Aims to Bolster California’s Safe Water Efforts at Child Care Facilities
Early Screening, Better Outcomes: Developmental Screening & Referral Toolkit for Pediatric Medical Clinics
First 5 LA Awarded ACEs Aware Grant to Promote ACEs Screenings & Trauma-Informed Trainings in Light of Stress Due to COVID-19
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - June 2020
First 5 Counties: 2020-21 State Budget Prioritizes Young Children & Families on Multiple Fronts
Commission Meeting Summary for June 11, 2020
Champion for Children Giannina Pérez: Working Hard to Give Kids Their Best Start
Working from Home... as a Home Visitor
Virtual Home Visiting in Action: An Inside Look
A Mother of Three Explains Why Televisits With Her Home Visitor Are Crucial in the Age of COVID-19
How First 5 LA Ensured Home Visits Continue Virtually, Yet Tangibly
Making the News: Parenting and Racism, Helping Families Talk about the Present Moment
First 5 LA Helps Get Food on the Road to L.A. County Families
Final CA Budget Must Prioritize Child Care, Programs That Support Families
The Consequences of Persistent and Systemic Inequities
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - May 2020
Making the News: Child Care is the “X” Factor in Reopening the Economy Contd.
Making the News: Child Care is the “X” Factor in Reopening the Economy
Commission Meeting Summary for May 14, 2020
A Heartfelt Tale of Providing Child Care for Essential Workers
Impacts of the Pandemic Continue: How Gov. Newsom's State Budget Revisions May Affect Early Childhood Support Systems in CA
First 5 LA Plays Linchpin Role To Deliver Diapers to Families
Child Care is Critical to Making California Healthy Again
Reissuance of HMG-LA Pathways Technical Assistance Provider RFQ
Virtual Advocacy Day with State Lawmakers: Showing up and Following Up for Kids During COVID-19 Crisis
Census 2020: Counting Young Children in a COVID-19 World
Early Childhood Matters - April 2020
Making the News: Parenting in a Pandemic, Keeping it Together in an Upended World
Meeting Families Where They Are: Virtually
COVID-19: Resources for Grantees, Small Businesses and Non-Profits
Los Angeles County partnership addresses critical need for child care among essential workers
Moving Forward, Together in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - March 2020
Early Childhood Matters - February 2020
Week In Review: This Week's Top News & Views on Issues Impacting Kids
Making the News: COVID-19 Pandemic Cont.
Making the News: New Normal: How COVID-19 has impacted children, families and communities
Despite Coronavirus, Completing 2020 Census Easier Than Ever
Commission Meeting Summary for March 12, 2020
COVID-19: Health Resources & Information for Kids, Families & Pregnant Women
COVID-19: Resources for Virtual Learning, ECE Professionals & LAUSD Students/Families
COVID-19: Resources for Communities
Information on COVID-19 State and Federal Policy Updates
An Update to Our Partners on COVID-19 from First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé
A Letter to Our Partners from First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Information & Resources
Aligning the Stars: Chronicle of a Home Visiting System Expansion
Consultant Pool Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
Commission Meeting Summary for February 13, 2020
Speaking Out: Local Reaction to Gov. Newsom’s Early Childhood Budget Proposals
First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé Joins Early Childhood Advocates in Strong Opposition to the Public Charge Ruling
Looking to the Future of Early Childhood in California: An Analysis of Gov. Newsom's Proposed 2020-2021 Budget
Making the News: Paid Family Leave Cont.
Making the News: Who Really Pays for Family Leave? Who Should? A Conversation Worth Having
What We're Doing: Winter 2020
Engaging Families Through Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors: It Starts with a Single Story
Countdown to the Census
A California Budget Proposal that Prioritizes Young Children
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - December 2019
What We're Doing: December 2019
Breaking Past Cycles of Intergenerational Trauma
Birth Equity Summit Explores the Link Between Racism and Black Infant Deaths
An Ally Through Adversity
From Detention to DULCE: An Immigrant Mother’s Tale
2020 to be Los Angeles County’s Year to Advance Early Childhood Education
Los Angeles Early Care and Education Provider Financial Analysis
A Comprehensive Fiscal Analysis of the Los Angeles County Early Care and Education System
2020-28 Strategic Plan Accelerates First 5 LA on Path Toward Its North Star
Standing Up To Federal Regulations that Harm Children & Families
Commission Meeting Summary for November 14, 2019
Reviewing 2019, Preparing for 2020
What We're Doing: November 2019
Making the News: California Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke Harris and a Revolutionary Approach to Public Health
Gov. Newsom Names First 5 LA’s Kim Pattillo Brownson to California’s Early Childhood Policy Council
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - November 2019
Help Me Grow- Los Angeles Pathways Request for Proposals (RFP)- CALL FOR INTERVIEWERS
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - October 2019
HMG- LA PATHWAYS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE PROVIDER REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
Making the News: Trump’s Public Charge and the “Chilling Effect” on Families
A Child — and a Law — Worth Fighting For
First 5 LA Recognized for Bolstering Early Literacy, Little by Little
Commission Meeting Summary for October 10, 2019
What We're Doing: October 2019
A Quick Look at First 5 LA-Supported Bills Signed by Governor Newsom
Impact of the Public Charge: A Health Care Provider Perspective
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - September 2019
With AB 1004 Signed, More Young Kids Will Be Screened Early for Developmental Milestones
California Early Learning Groups Celebrate AB 378 Signing as Big Victory for Family ChildCare Providers, Children and Families
Little by Little: Celebrating New Milestones With a Good Book and a Bowl of Cereal
Making the News: Should Vaccinations Be Immune to Politics?
Why Investing in Early Childhood Is Everyone’s Business
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow Summit Draws Hundreds Together
Should You Talk With Your Young Children About Race?
How Data Can Help Drive Policy to Boost Children’s Chances
What We're Doing: September 2019
Taking Parent Leadership to New Levels on the L.A. Pedestrian Advisory Committee
When Kids Flicks Flaunt Bias, Movie Magic Turns Tragic
Help Me Grow- Los Angeles Pathways Request for Proposals (RFP)
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - August 2019
Gov. Newsom Underscores Long-Term Commitment to Early Childhood
Making the News: “Sharenting” in the Modern World
Talking About Mental Health: Language Has An Impact
Reclaiming Public Safety With Cross-Sector Collaboration and the L.A. County Office of Violence Prevention
What We're Doing: August 2019
Leading California Early Childhood Advocates Oppose Trump Administration’s “Public Charge” Rule
LEARNING CONSORTIUM REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - July 2019
Turning the “Myth” of Work-Life Balance into Reality
Commission Meeting Summary for July 11, 2019
Making the News: Counting Every Child, Because Every Child Counts
Can Businesses Benefit from Helping Parents Balance Family and Workplace Responsibilities?
Early Developmental Screenings: Missed Opportunities Can Have Long-Lasting Effects
Celebrating Armando Jimenez: Making Young Children a Top Priority Then, Now and Always
What We're Doing: July 2019
Lobbying Compliance and Advocacy Guidance Consultant Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - June 2019
California Budget Signed by Governor Newsom Strengthens Foundation for Young Children and Their Families
First 5 LA: State Budget Reflects Governor Newsom and Legislative Leaders’ Comprehensive Commitment to Children and Families
What We're Doing: June 2019
Democracy Starts at Home: Why Every Baby Counts in the 2020 Census
Commission Meeting Summary for June 13, 2019
Making the News: Baby Bust or Birth of a New Outlook on Kids?
Promoting Family-Friendly Workplace Policies and Practice: Landscape Analysis
Strengthening Families Through Home Visiting
First 5s: Trump Proposal to Recalculate Federal Poverty Level Will Hurt Millions of California Children
Color Copier/Printer Invitation to Bid (ITB)
L.A. Mayor Garcetti: Mayors Should Do More for Youngest Constituents
Family Place Libraries Initiative: Then and Now
When I Became a Father, I Learned Asking Can Be a Form of Advocacy
Early Identification and Intervention Issue Briefs
RESOURCE: Universal Approaches to Promoting Healthy Development
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - May 2019
All Together Now: A Budget Vision for Early Childhood Development
Treasured Moments in Advocacy: Highlights from Advocacy Day 2019
Statement from Executive Director Kim Belshé on State Senate and State Assembly’s Proposed California State Budget
Where Are We Now? Key Learnings from Regional Networks in the Best Start Communities, One Year Later
What We're Doing: May 2019
#First5Live: Making Family-Friendly Spaces with Sincerely Mama's Kelly McKnight
Commission Meeting Summary for May 9, 2019
California's New Surgeon General: It's working in South LA, will it work for kids statewide?
Statement from Executive Director Kim Belshé on Governor Newsom’s May Revision to the California State Budget
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - April 2019
Kim Pattillo Brownson Appointed to State Education Board
Making the News: The Life-or-Death Crisis Facing Black Mothers and Babies
What We're Doing: April 2019
Expanding Our Approach to Advocacy with a New State and Federal Agenda
African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Crisis: Fighting for Hope
Commission Meeting Summary for April 11th, 2019
RESOURCE: A Guide to Creating “Safe Space” Policies for Early Childhood Programs
RESOURCE: New e-Directory for LA County Home Visiting Programs is now live!
Executive Director Kim Belshé Praises Mayor Garcetti’s Commitment to Strengthen Early Childhood Educator Workforce
In L.A. County, Collaboration is Key to Creating More Effective Government
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - March 2019
In the Nation’s Capital, the Future Is Female
What We're Doing: March 2019
Commission Meeting Summary for March 14, 2019
A New Day for Early Education in California
A Community Triumph: Best Start Members Take Back Their Streets, Safely
FIRST CONNECTIONS PROGRAM EVALUATION REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - February 2019
Assemblywoman Blanca Rubio: Her Drive to Help Children Is Fueled by Her Family’s Struggles and Sacrifices
Commission Meeting Summary for February 14, 2019
The Father-Friendly Invitation: Will You Accept?
Assemblymember Richard Bloom: A Family Practice of Helping Children
Assemblymember Kevin McCarty: From State-Subsidized Preschooler to California Early Education Champion
What We’re Doing: February 2019
Champion for Children Ann O’Leary Takes Her Experience from the White House to the Statehouse
Who’s Who of New L.A. County-based State Legislators
Update: Content Writing and Editing Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - January 2019
The Power of Positive Parenting: Overwhelmed Mommy Expert and First 5 LA Dad Share Their Tips
Making the News: Incoming Governors Get Ink for Prioritizing Early Childhood Issues
Gov. Newsom’s Early Childhood Budget Proposals: Parents, ECE Providers, Home Visitors, Health Experts and Advocates Weigh In
Governor Newsom “Embraces” Kids from the Start in Policies and Personnel Picks
What We’re Doing: January 2019
Can Child Advocates Capitalize on Sacramento’s Rise in Parent-Lawmakers?
Analysis: How Will Gov. Newsom’s Budget Proposal Impact California’s Young Children and Families?
Statement from Executive Director Kim Belshé Praises Governor Newsom for Prioritizing Early Childhood Programs in Budget
New Year, New Laws for Kids and Families
Statement from Executive Director Kim Belshé on Governor-elect Newsom’s Proposal to Boost Early Childhood Development Programs
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - December 2018
What We’re Doing: December 2018
Making the News: Early Childhood Educators, Compensation and Education
A First for First 5s: Advocating Together in D.C.
New Learnings in Early Care and Education
Back-to-school optimism? Try finding child care, preschool
Comments in Response to Proposed Rulemaking: Inadmissibility on Public Charge Grounds
We Must Build Strong Children
Record Low Birthrates and the Need to Invest in Childhood Development
Pritzker Fellows Partnership Aims to Eliminate Black Infant Mortality Crisis
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter - November 2018
First 5 LA Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Passage of Prop 10
First 5 LA Helps Cities Take the Lead in ECE
First 5 LA Celebrates Community Leaders
Champion for Children: Assemblywoman Wendy Carrillo — From Child Immigrant to Advocate for Children and Families
Making the News: Series Examines 20 Years of First 5 Accomplishments
Commission Meeting Summary for November 8, 2018
Where Are They Now? Success Stories from First 5 LA’s First 20 Years
What We’re Doing: November 2018
First 5 LA Online Application Help
Online Application Instructions
2017-2018 State Annual Report
Reaching for our North Star
Commission Meeting Summary for October 11 2018
Best Start Communities Map
Emergency Notification Software Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
Branding
Best Start Helps to Enhance El Monte Park
Rx for a Healthy Start
Conference and Event Sponsorship October 2018
An Advocacy Odyssey: Los Angeles to Sacramento
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #30
What it Takes to Advocate
Making the News: Developmental Screening
Champion for Children: Senator Holly J. Mitchell Keeps an Eye on the Next Generation
Commission Meeting Summary for September 13, 2018
Proposed Change to “Public Charge” Policy Hurts Kids, Say Leading California Early Childhood Advocates
Parents Put Research into Action to Improve Quality Time with Kids
Making the News: Home Visiting
From Foster Child to Home Visitor
Commission Summary for July 12, 2018
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #29
Home Visiting: Tales, Triumphs and Trailblazing
Connecting Points: Are We There Yet?
Media Coverage Archive: Separation of Migrant Families
Lest We Forget the Fathers
Tales of Two Dads
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #28
Summary for June 14 Commission Meeting
Bordering on Inhumanity: Trump’s Policy of Forcibly Separating Migrant Families Deliberately Causing Trauma to Children
Budget Update: Don’t Stop Thinking About Tomorrow
Progress Made for California’s Children and Families in State Budget
Connecting Points: Budgeting for the Future
Co-Creating an Oasis: A New Context for Care of African American Mothers
A Capitol Day for Early Childhood Advocacy
Commission Meeting Summary for May 10, 2018
Young Best Start Moms Take Their Case to State Capitol
Taking a Stand – as a Child, a Mom and an Advocate
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #27
Parents and Communities Create New Local Leadership for First 5 LA Place-based Effort
Governor Brown Urged to Build Legacy as a Champion for California’s Youngest Children
Lawmakers Urged to Recognize Importance of Young Children at First 5 Advocacy Day 2018
Connecting Points: Achieving Lasting Change for L.A.’s Youngest Children
To Serve Better, Share
First 5 Explains: Early Learning
First 5 Explains: Home Visiting
First 5 Explains: Developmental Screenings/Early Intervention
Funding Upstream Solutions is Key to Remedy the Social Ills of Trauma
Commission Summary April 2018
Best Start Takes the Next Step
4 Kids and a Question: What do you like about your teacher?
Parents' Point of View: Selecting a Preschool
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #26
Legislative Update: Changing the Rules to Make Things Work Better for Children
Legislative Agenda
Connecting Points: Focused on the Work Ahead
Commission Meeting Summary for March 8
Champion for Children Jennifer Pippard: It’s All about Relationships
Parents POV: Reading to your Child
4 Kids and a Question: National Reading Month
Learning as a Strategic Asset
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #25
What happened to you? Changing How We Address the Impacts of Childhood Trauma
Throwing Knowledge at Problems First, Then Funding
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #24
4 Kids and a Question: Valentine's Day
Parents' Point of View: Flu Season
Commission Summary for February 8, 2018
Week in Review Newsletter Signup
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #23
Off to a Good Start
First 5 LA Applauds Governor Brown For Prioritizing California’s Youngest Children and Families in Proposed Budget
Kim Belshé, Champion for Children: “A Matter of Fairness”
In Uncertain Times, Stay True to Your Mission
#First5Live Event Focuses on Kindness
What We’re Doing: A Roundup of First 5 LA Events and Activities
Champion for Children Katie Fallin Kenyon: Putting a Positive Spin on ECE
2017 Happy Endings
4 Kids and a Question: 2017 Bloopers
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #22
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #21
What We’re Doing – A Roundup of First 5 LA News, Events and Activities
Commission Summary for November 9, 2017
All Systems Go
4 Kids and a Question: What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?
Parents' POV: Teaching Gratitude
Report Names Traumatic Effects of Homelessness on Young Children, First 5 LA Calls for Trauma-informed Approach to Help Kids
Best Wishes for the New Year
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #20
Help Me Grow-LA Releases Report: “Promoting Optimal Children’s Development”
California’s Newest Legislation Prioritizes Children and Families
Champion for Children Rafael González: Raised on Grit and Hope by Immigrant Parents
When Fear Is a Factor
Commission Summary for October 12, 2017
What We’re Doing – A Roundup of First 5 LA News
4 Kids and a Question: Halloween Edition
Parents' Point of View: Traumatic Events on the News
Funding Guidelines
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #19
Parents' Point of View
Champion for Children: Barbara Andrade DuBransky Keeps on Truckin’ for Kids
#First5Live Event Focuses on Breastfeeding
First 5 LA, Kids Go a Long Way to Heal the Bay
Home Is Where the Heart Is
Project and Construction Management Services for the First 5 LA Facility Renovation Project
First 5 LA Invests In Key Early Care and Education Policy and Advocacy Partnerships
First 5 LA Addresses Impact of Immigration Fears on Young Children
LA Advance - Learning Session
Invoice Templates for Fiscal Year 17-18
Incorporating Learnings: Top 4 Tips for Collaborating
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #18
4 Kids and a Question: Summer Reading
Parents' Point of View: Community Involvement
Commission Summary for July 13, 2017
Champion for Children: Manuel Fierro – Putting Words Into Action
A Journey of Learning
Grant Managers Network/Peak Annual Conference Brown Bag Discussion
Early Education Is Affordable for More Families Under New State Budget
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #17
Parent Success Stories
Commission Summary for June 8, 2017
Commissioners’ Corner – New Board Members Express Their Priorities
What We’re Doing – Accessing D.C. Lawmakers, Fatherhood Solutions & More
June #First5Live Summary
Parents' Point of View: Advice to New Parents
4 Kids and a Question: Summertime Activities
Reducing Early Childhood Obesity (RECO) Presentation
Legislature Makes Important Strides for Young Children and Sends State Budget to Governor for Signature
First 5 LA Budget Prioritizes Systems Change to Benefit L.A. County Kids and Families
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #16
Babies, Books and Beyond
Help Me Grow-LA: The Doctor is in
Commission Meeting Summary for May 11, 2017
4 Kids and a Question: What makes you feel safe?
Parents' Points of View: Local Elected Officials
Elevating Parent Voices
Brown's Revised Budget Restores Promised Early Care and Education Funding, But More Work To Do
Parents' Point of View: Parents as Champions
4 Kids and a Question: What is your favorite thing to do with your parents?
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #15
Adieu from the Pooh
First 5 LA’s 2017 State Legislative Agenda Advocates for Access to Critical Services for Young Children and Families
First 5 LA Promotes Importance of Early Learning Opportunities for Kids and Families at Los Angeles Times Festival of Books
Preschool Quality Makes Big Impact on Smallest L.A. County Residents
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #14
4 Kids and a Question: If a friend is hungry, what would you do?
Parent's Point of View: Helping Homeless Kids
National “Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing” Campaign Comes to L.A. County
The Power of Partnership
March 9 Commission Meeting Summary
Report: Parents Struggle with Cost, Shortage of Early Care and Education Opportunities
The State of Early Care and Education in Los Angeles County
Proposed Federal Budget Cuts Programs that Help Our County’s Children Thrive
First 5 LA: Early Care and Education Is a Calling, and a Career
Advocacy Day 2017: Taking a Seat at the Table
4 Kids and a Question: How do you get something you want?
Parents' Points of View: Affording Child Care
Champions for Children: Kim Pattillo Brownson
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #13
Commissioners' Corner: A Time of Change
DataFest Draws Early Childhood Advocates
February 9 Commission Meeting Summary
First 5 LA and Abriendo Puertas Launch New Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Early Care and Education for Latino Families in L
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #12
California Must Recognize Importance of Early Education and Make it a Priority
A Banner Year for Best Start
Parents Sound Off on Governor’s Budget
The Impact of Gov. Brown’s Proposed Budget on Young Children and Families
Facebook Live Q & A Addresses Safe and Sound Sleep
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #11
Brown Administration Misses Opportunity to Make Needed Investments in Early Care and Education
First 5 LA’s Strategic Plan Highlights
Best Start Director Antoinette Andrews sends Holiday Appreciation and Updates
La Directora de Best Start Antoinette Andrews envía Aprecio de los Días Festivos y Últimas Noticias
Best Start Leadership Honored
What We’re Doing: Promoting Education, Recognizing Work-Life Balance
Commission Summary for November 2016
Champions for Children: Daniela Pineda - A Yearning for Learning
4 Kids and a Question
Heartwarming Stories of Success
Southern California Grantmakers Annual Conference Key Takeaways
Staying Focused in Times of Change
Champions for Children Profile – Carl Gayden
4 Kids and a Question - What are You Grateful for?
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #10
Community Information Ambassadors Lead Lancaster
Promotores Conference Inspires Best Start Members
October 2016 Commission Meeting Summary
Panorama City & Neighbors Bylaws
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #9
4 People and a Point to Ponder – “How Did the Arts Shape Your Childhood?”
September Commission Meeting Summary
Champions for Children – Christina Altmayer
A Change for the Better: Learning and Leading at First 5 LA
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #8
From Schoolhouse to Statehouse - First 5 LA Helps Build Coalition for High Quality ECE
New USC Report Touts Best Start Impact
First 5 LA Shares Expertise on Home Visiting, Family Leave
State Legislative Update: Will Gov. Brown Sign These Bills?
4 People and a Point to Ponder – What law would you make for parents to follow?
Community Input Sessions
First 5 LA Announces New Department Directors and Management Structure
Intermediary for the Early Care and Education Policy and Advocacy Fund RFQ
First 5 LA Names John Wagner as Executive Vice President
A Legacy of Leadership – First 5 LA’s Teresa Nuno Helps Lay the Foundation for the Future
Community Garden Sprouts, New Housing for Homeless Families
July Commission Summary – Year 1 Strategic Plan Update
Early Childhood Matters - Issue #7
4 People and a Point to Ponder – “How Do Parents Take Time for Self Care?”
Interactive Strategic Plan Visualizations
Violencia Doméstica
Esfuerzo de Madres y Padres de Familia Orientado Hacia Ponerle Fin a la Violencia con una ‘Cultura de Respeto’
Metro LA Parents Promote a Culture of Respect
Commission Summary for June 9, 2016
4 People and a Point to Ponder – “What Lessons Can Sports Teach Young Children?
To Play in L.A.: Kids, Parks, Places and Spaces
Champions for Children: John Wagner, First 5 LA’s Favorite Adopted Son
Focus On: Fathers, Imprisonment and the Impact on Kids
What We’re Doing – New Leader Named, Best Start News
First 5 LA Launches Innovative Public Awareness Campaign to Support Parents and Caregivers
Early Childhood Matters - Issue 5
They Help Parents Rescue their Children; One of the Goals is to Increase the Possibilities of Success
VIDEO: A Community's Voice: The Creation of Best Start Metro LA's Newsletter
Final California Budget Includes Significant Investments for Quality Early Childhood Education Programs and Services
4 People and a Point to Ponder – “What is the Best Advice Your Dad Has Ever Given You?”
Help Me Grow–LA Launches to Improve Developmental Outcomes
Commissioner’s Corner - Best Wishes to Suzanne Bostwick and Welcome to Brandon Nichols
Commission Summary for May 12 Board Meeting
New Budget for 2016-17, New Leader Joins Team
LAUP and First 5 LA Enter New Chapter Together
A Most Welcome Visitor
Learn More About First 5 LA
First 5 LA’s Fiscal Year 16-17 Budget Aims to Make a Broader Impact for Children and Families Across L.A. County
First 5 LA Names Daniela Pineda, Ph.D. as Vice President of Integration & Learning
First 5 LA Names Kim Pattillo Brownson as Vice President of Policy & Strategy
Early Childhood Matters - Issue 4
Capitol Gains: First 5 LA Advocates for Kids
Commission Summary for April 14, 2016
First 5 LA Saves the (Rainy) Day at Book Fair
State of the Art Dental Clinic is Smiles Ahead
Governor Brown Proposes No Funding Increases for Quality Early Childhood Education Programs and Services
Download: Best Start Brochure
Why Trauma-informed Care Is Needed in Los Angeles County
Early Childhood Matters - Issue 3
First 5 LA Announces 2016 Legislative Agenda
Trauma-Informed Systems Change
First 5 LA Names Christina Altmayer as Vice President of Programs and Carl Gayden as Senior Director of Administration
Focus On: Trauma-Informed Care
Commission Summary for March 10, 2016 Board Meeting
When Digital Divides
Success Story: Program Identifies, Helps Kids with Developmental Delays
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Early Childhood Matters - Issue 2
First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé Congratulates Assemblymember Anthony Rendon on His Inauguration as Speaker
First 5 LA Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary for February 11, 2016
Q & A with Los Angeles County Supervisor and First 5 LA Board Chair Sheila James Kuehl
What We’re Doing
A Cry for Help Leads to a Ray of Hope
Formando Familias Más Sólidas
Get the Facts: Details on the Zika Virus Disease
Early Childhood Matters - Issue 1
In Depth: Building Stronger Families
4 People and a Point to Ponder
Success Story: Home Is Where the Heart Is
Commissioners’ Corner: New Commissioners and a New Arrival Ring in the New Year
What We’re Doing: First 5 LA’s Latest News
First 5 LA Board of Commissioners Meeting Summary for January 14, 2016
First 5 LA's Social Media Channels
First 5 LA Commission Names New Chair and Vice-Chair For 2016
An Increase in the State’s Prosperity Must Align with Children’s Needs
VIDEO: The Welcome Baby program in the Antelope Valley
CalEITC4me
Domestic Violence
Young Dropouts
Joven desertor
ACCIÓN COMUNITARIA - Best Start Metro LA
Advocates Representing California’s Nine Million Children Hail Congressional Passage of the Elementary and Secondary Education A
October 8, 2015 Commission Summary of Actions
Parent Child Interaction Therapy - A Kinship Case
Free Download: Community Newsletter by Metro LA
Marketing Matters: A White Paper on Strategies to Reduce Unhealthy Food and Beverage Marketing to Young Children
September 10, 2015 Commission Summary of Actions
Welcome Baby
News and Notes
Personal Best: Brenda Aguilera Gives Back to Community Where She Was Raised
Rising From the Ashes
Expanded Early Education and Health Coverage Opportunities for the New School Year
From Kickstands to Kick-starting Future Academic Achievement
Playing the ACE Card
First 5 LA and Breastfeed LA Share Resources to Support Breastfeeding Moms
Hello Barbie…Adiós Privacy?
Lawmakers for Children: Q & A with State Senator Ricardo Lara
Select Home Visitation models
Policy Pick: State Lawmakers to Consider First 5 LA-Supported Bills
Personal Best: Profiles of People Putting Their Best Foot Forward for Young Children and Families in Los Angeles County
The Kids Are Alright: What We’re Reading
July 9, 2015 Commission Summary of Actions
Families Come Together for Panorama City Playground Kickoff
A Day for Parents to Relax and Recharge
New Toolkit Features Strategies to Cut Down Marketing of Unhealthy Foods and Beverages to Kids
Moms Find Their Voice in a Writing Workshop in South Los Angeles
White House Symposium Offers Suggestions for Improving Early Childhood Education for Latinos
Every Breath You Take
What We’re Reading
Building Stronger Communities: How First 5 LA’s Best Start Program Continues to Grow and Thrive
Vast Majority of Los Angeles County Parents Support Immunization
A message from First 5 LA Executive Director, Kim Belshé
Strategic Plan 2015-2020 - Frequently Asked Questions
Reports Reveal Key Issues Affecting Los Angeles County Early Care and Education Landscape
Best Start Kicks Off Seasonal Celebration with “Summer Fest”
How Helping One Person Helps Us All
“Baby Shower” Provides Moms with Networking, Resource Opportunities
The Healing Fields
Board Approves Bills for First 5 LA Legislative Agenda
Keeping Her Eye on the Ball
New Report Shows Greater Need for High-Quality Early Education Programs
Helping Families to Their Best Start
First 5 LA Names Peter Barth as Director of Policy and Intergovernmental Affairs
First 5 LA Names Gabriel Sanchez as Director of Communications
VISTA Program is a Great Success in Communities it Serves
Where Best Start Works
Best Start: How We Work
Best Start – Stories of What We Do
What is Best Start and Why is it Important?
What Best Start Means to Me
Coming “Full Circle”
Best Start Communities Learning By Doing Implementation Moves Forward
Best Start Representatives Join Community Leaders at Empowerment Congress
“Baby University” Provides Invaluable Tips for Best Start Northeast Valley Parents
Policy Pick: Governor’s New Budget Plan Ignores Child Care, Dental Issues
Best Start “Ready for Kinder” Workbook Transcends Borders
A Day of Thanks in December
Mayor Opens Door for Best Start Palmdale
Policy Pick: Congress Passes Child Care Development Block Grant Reauthorization Bill
Children: L.A.’s Greatest Investment
Policy Pick: Governor Signs Kids-Friendly Bills
Speaking Up for Children on Capitol Hill
Policy Pick: State Lawmakers Consider First 5 LA-Supported Bills
More Than Half of California Children Affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences
A Hearty Welcome
Policy Pick: CCDBG Reauthorization Sees Movement in Congress
Strategic Plan Discussion Focuses on Trauma-Informed Care
FREE DOWNLOAD: Best Start Community Perspectives
Community Member Spotlight: Pat Henson
Monthly Financials
Helping Families and Kids Off to Their Best Start
Best Start Communities Help Literacy Take Flight for Families
Bridging the Child Care Gap
Strategic Plan 2015-2020
211 LA County
Policy-Advocacy Fund
Community Member Spotlight: Severiana Pablo
Groundbreaking for New Tot Park in South LA
VIDEO: Central Long Beach Embarks on “Learning by Doing” Journey
A Dynamic Duo in Broadway-Manchester
Best Start Families Framework Rolls Out
Change Dashboard
VIDEO: Covered CA Forum in Watts-Willowbrook
VIDEO: Best Start Metro LA and Panorama City & Neighbors Joint Communications Workgroup
Belshé Testifies at Blue Ribbon Commission
Photo Essay: Panorama City & Metro Best Start Leaders Learn From Reporter
Potluck in El Monte – Sharing Health and Making Friends
Building Stronger Families Framework Implementation Funded for up to $4.6 Million
Local Public Officials and Childhood Advocates Endorse Introduction of President's Pre- School For All Plan
Faith Based Leaders are Connectors through Best Start
Watts-Willowbrook Supports Fatherhood Engagement
Stepping Up to the Challenge in El Monte
First 5 LA Commends the Governor for Signing Bills Supporting Pregnant Women and Families with Young Children
Bringing Good Mojo to Metro
Families Get Up and Move!
Nation’s Attitude Trending Positive Towards Preschool Programs, Polls Find
Community Member Spotlight: Suzette DaSilva
Questions and Answers About the Building Stronger Families Framework
VIDEO: Liliana's Story - Best Start Wilmington
VIDEO: Best Start Panorama City & Neighbors Plans the Learn, Play, Grow Event
Policy Pick: Legislators Working to Renew Funding for Children’s Health Care Programs
Practicing What They Preach
A Breath of Fresh Air
Keeping Cool and Staying Fit in Palmdale
First 5 LA Listens and Learns from Best Start Communities
Dads Cooking in East LA
Potter the Otter Teaches Healthy Living in Panorama City
Video: Walking Tour and Resource Fair Attracts Hundreds in Watts
Wilmington Police and Community Members Discuss Safety
Video: Community Resources on Display in Broadway-Manchester
IN RESPONSE TO PRESIDENT OBAMA’S BUDGET PROPOSAL STATEMENT FROM FIRST 5 LA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR KIM BELSHÉ
Good Reads Become Good Deeds in West Athens
Potter the Otter Makes a Splash at Drew CDC Event
Feria de Salud Unites Community
Video: Best Start East Los Angeles Hosts Play Day at Obregon Park
What’s In the President’s Universal Preschool Plan?
KIM BELSHE, FORMER SECRETARY OF CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY, SELECTED TO LEAD FIRST 5 LA
Policy Pick: Children’s Council Bill
Budget Brief: Senate Subcommittee Rejects TK Cuts, Defers Decision on Other Kids' Programs
Quality Child Care - STEP 2
State Budget Update: Legislators Voting On Deep Cuts To Children’s Programs
Policy Update: Health Insurers Resume Children’s Insurance Policies in Light of New State Law
Michelle Obama and Jill Biden Focus on Military Families at Women?s Conference
Policy Update: Five Early Childhood Bills Await Governor?s Action
Policy Pick: Health Care Reform and First 5 LA's Policy Agenda
Policy Pick: Federal Budget, Place-Based Proposals
Policy Pick: Baby-Friendly Bills on the Governor's Desk
New RAND Recommendations on Investing in High-Quality Early Education
Policy Pick: First 5 Association of California Responds to the Failure of Proposition 1D
Policy Pick: Governor's Budget Would Slash First 5 Funding
California's Budget Shortfalls Impact Most Vulnerable Population: Children
Policy Pick: California’s Historic Health Care Reform Deal
Policy Pick: Congress Moves to Improve & Expand Head Start
First 5 LA Calls for Permanent Solutions to State's 800,000 Uninsured Children

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