By Steve Ames As we begin to realize the overwhelming importance of the social determinants of health in building resilience in people and in community, new and innovative ideas are […]
by Darla Senecal Surveys of our youth suggest that from an early age our children are often feeling low optimism, low self-worth, and high anxiety. Fortunately studies also show us […]
One Region’s Strategy to Increase Child Care Capacity by Ellen Taetzsch Imagine you are a parent who just had a child and it is time to go back to work […]
by Julie Cadwallader Staub Early Learning Challenge, Race to the Top Director Elissa couldn’t believe it when she saw the phone number come up on her phone. Could it be? […]
by Darla Senecal, Regional Coordinator Last year Chris Hultquist of Mentor Connector placed 149 kids with mentors in Rutland County. There is a trend among the youngest members in the […]
As the fall approaches children are getting ready to return to school. For some children and their families, it will be their first experience with the “big” school. These children […]
The Franklin/Grand Isle council is known for its attentiveness in seeking meaningful ways to engage with and provide for the community. Our diverse council is well-versed in the importance of […]
by Julie Cadwallader Staub Early Learning Challenge, Race to the Top Director How does a new mom, overwhelmed and isolated in rural Vermont with two older children and newborn, find […]
The Springfield Area Regional Council spent its December meeting learning more about the Preschool Development Grant that was submitted and what that means to the council, meeting the new Executive […]