Tag Archives: infants

We Shouldn’t Treat Preschool Like Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2013 by

Ahh Valentine’s Day.  The day of love.  The day when flower shops, candy shops, and restaurants do remarkably well.  But I must admit I’m not a big fan of Valentine’s Day.  Sure, I love reminding my loved ones how much … Continue reading →

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Babies Today, Business Leaders Tomorrow

Posted on June 6, 2012 by

Last week, the Children’s Leadership Council of Michigan (CLCM) released their early childhood business plan at the annual Mackinac Policy Conference.  And though the CLCM didn’t explain how their business plan would be funded– whether from private investments or from … Continue reading →

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Healthy Mental Health Starts at Birth

Posted on May 9, 2012 by

Today is SAMHSA’s National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day.  This year’s focus is how, with the help of caring adults and informed child-serving systems, children can demonstrate resilience following traumatic experiences.  While intervention is crucial to ensure healthy mental and … Continue reading →

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Failing Michigan’s Youngest = Failing Michigan’s Future

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

Since its inception, Michigan’s Children has focused on children’s well-being from cradle-to-career – a concept that aligns with Governor Snyder’s P-20 education continuum.  With Executive support for this continuum; as a state, Michigan must put its money where its mouth … Continue reading →

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