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Local and state news: Ready by Five, Ottawa Co. parks, Ronald McDonald House West Michigan, recount legislation, a capitol pizza party and more. Featured interview: New movies this weekend
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Ready by Five supports programs for expectant parents, screenings for developmental issues, child therapy, and play-and-learn groups
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Our guests are Erica Willard, Executive Director for the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children, and Dick Bulkowski, Executive Director, of Steepletown Neighborhood Services.
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We talk with Karissa Monzo, Family Support Navigator, and Blakelee Dunkelberg, Public Relations Specialist, from Family Futures
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New Partnerships team up to bolster the early childhood talent pipeline across the state of MichiganWe talk to Jack Elsey, founder of the Michigan Educator Workshop Initiative.
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Steepletown’s primary focus is on developing the work readiness skills of young adults who have significant life challenges and/or barriers to becoming employed.
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A group of state officials and business leaders is calling for more investment in a statewide child care program with a unique funding model.
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Our guest is Jenn Harrod, Client Services Manager, Health Net of West Michigan
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We’re joined by Jayme Vosovic, Community Engagement Specialist for the Michigan League for Public Policy.
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As we continue looking at why Normal Was Never Enough, we examine pathways to building a more equitable child care system. Our guest today on By Leaps & Bounds is Chana Edmond-Verley, CEO, Vibrant Futures and Vice-Chair, Great Start Collaborative of Kent County.