Executive Director Dr. Ruth Fernández testifies in Sacramento as bill advances in the Senate to help ensure child care environments remain safe, trusted, and free from immigration enforcement-related fear.

Supervisor Yxstian Gutierrez will celebrate the completed construction of new infant and toddler child care classrooms at the Jan Peterson Child Development Center during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, June 15.

Monterey and Marin counties launched book gifting programs with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library this month, allowing thousands of children access to free books delivered directly to their homes.

Now every child in the County can have a library of their own at home

The plan will help cover developmental-related services, including speech and occupational therapy, for children.

First 5 Shasta will celebrate the Week of the Young Child from April 11-18, spotlighting early learning and the families who support young children across the county.

Founded by Assemblymember Mia Bonta (D-Oakland), the caucus has rallied more than 40 members and an extensive contingent of advocacy partners, including The Children’s Partnership, Children’s Law Center of California, and First 5 Association of California. 

Staff with First 5 Shasta said they want to attract a diverse range of partners, including newcomers, along with traditional early childhood organizations.

First 5 Alameda County announced the distribution of $4,000 relief grants to more than 2,000 Family, Friend, and Neighbor (FFN) caregivers, totaling over $8 million in the first round of funding. 

With a wealth of experience and understanding of First 5 operations, Goll has transformed First 5 OC into a data-driven organization focused on building a system-wide infrastructure to support early childhood development.