What does it take to have every young child enter kindergarten healthy and ready to succeed?
Babies Born Healthy
Children Healthy, Thriving, On Track
Children Ready to Learn
How do we get there?
Supportive Policies and Programs
Equity and Inclusion
Early Investments
Accessible Resources for Families
Evidence-based programs and services should be readily available to families in a place and at a time that is convenient for them. It is important to remove barriers – such as language and cultural differences, transportation, and time constraints – that often keep families from engaging in early childhood programs and services.
Parenting Engagement, Support, and Education
Healthy Development
Early Learning
Strong Foundations
This is our vision for the Early Childhood System in Kent County, developed by First Steps Kent and our many partners. Strengthening the system requires ongoing commitment from all of us – those who raise and love young children, those who work within the early childhood system, those who make policies and funding decisions, and those who want this community to be as equitable and prosperous as possible.
Vision For Early Childhood System In Kent County