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It is with gratitude that ASRA Board of Directors announces Allison Muhlendorf’s departure as Executive Director. We cannot thank Allison enough for the dedication, passion, enthusiasm and results she has given ASRA over the past 11.5 years. Read more: alabamaschoolreadiness.org/muhlendorf/

Congrats to educators and students on this progress. Let's keep advocating for pre-k expansion so that all Alabama students can succeed in Kindergarten + beyond! And support our partners at @aplusala in working for great schools for every child. al.com/educationlab/2… #PreK4AL

Our statewide, competitive grant cycle launches this Friday, August 4, 2023. We are focusing funds towards three specific areas that reflect our commitment to holistic, innovative approaches to women’s economic opportunity. For more information, visit wfagrants.com.

We have multiple openings in programs that support high quality child care & families. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a human services field. 📍View the full job listing: alabamapartnershipforchildren.org/job-opportunit…

What Can Advocates Learn From How New Mexico and Alabama Are Transforming Their Child Care Systems? ffyf.org/what-can-advoc…

Our very own Allison Muhlendorf and our friend Catrice Pruitt with @ccr_bhm recently discussed working across the aisle to support publicly-funded pre-k and child care in Alabama on the @LemonadaMedia Podcast, 'No One is Coming to Save Us.' Stream Now: omny.fm/shows/no-one-i…

The three [De Kalb County] added [pre-k] classrooms, at Crossville Middle, Geraldine High, and Henagar Junior High, will allow the school system to alleviate most of its waiting list for pre-K, and to meet the current demand for pre-K in most places. times-journal.com/news/article_f…

“From Powerless to Powerful!” What a treat to hear from Louisiana’s successful For Providers by Providers @4PXP_ coalition leaders at the @AlabamaEarlyEd Summer Symposium. “It’s about moving the [ECE] industry forward.”

Today we heard from early care and education providers gathered for the @AlabamaEarlyEd Summer Symposium. We shared some of the work that we have been doing to develop recommendations for transforming child care in Alabama, and we gathered critical feedback. #AALECE

BREAKING: Governor Kay Ivey has announced new Alabama First Class Pre-K classrooms in 30 counties, serving 1,200 additional children, thanks to a $12 million increase in funding for the program approved by the Alabama Legislature with bipartisan consensus governor.alabama.gov/.../governor-i…

The national Kids Count Data book put a spotlight on child care this year. How did Alabama compare with other states on that statistic, and other measures of child well being? Click here to find out: wsfa.com/2023/06/14/ala…

On May 25, 2023, Alabama lawmakers gave final approval to a historic $42 million investment in quality pre-k and child care. Advocates: Click the link below to send a thank you message to your State Senator and Representative today! votervoice.net/ASRA/campaigns…

How did Alabama, a state known for low national rankings, develop the nation's top quality pre-k program - and expand it to nearly half of its four-yr olds, while investing in child care wages & quality? ASRA's Allison Muhlendorf will explain on the #NOICTSU podcast at Noon CT:

Congratulations once again to all the teachers and support staff that make Alabama's First Class Pre-K program great! The program has been recognized for the 17th year in a row as the #1 state-funded pre-k program in the nation for quality! Learn more at nieer.org/the-state-of-p…

This year’s Strolling Thunder event is in the books and it was a wonderful day! Thank you to all of the parents and family members who came out to raise your voice for babies and families across Alabama. @barbarajeancoop

Thank you for your support @SenKatieBritt! “I look forward to continuing to make sure that every child has an opportunity for a high quality pre-k experience and education in the great state of Alabama," Senator Britt said.

April 19 Webinar: What policies & practices can support children’s access to consistent, high-quality early learning in all settings? Join @LPI_Learning @PreschoolToday @CCSSO @NASBE @NASLEE_ @NCSLorg for a discussion about #ECEMixedDelivery: bit.ly/3Lihd69

#ECEMixedDelivery systems offer benefits, including added capacity to serve children, choices for families, & support of small businesses. How can states effectively coordinate & support providers across settings? More via LPI & @PreschoolToday: learningpolicyinstitute.org/product/state-…

Most state pre-k programs use a mixed delivery system that operates in public schools, Head Start, child care and other settings. On April 19, ASRA's Allison Muhlendorf will join @LPI_Learning and @PreschoolToday to explore #ECEMixedDelivery lessons: learningpolicyinstitute.org/event/webinar-…

Enjoyed touring Pre-K classrooms at Clay Elementary with Alabama Early Childhood Education Secretary Dr. Barbara Cooper & other state & local educators. Alabama’s Pre-K programs are nationally recognized for excellence! ⁦@ALGOP⁩ ⁦@TrussTribune⁩ ⁦@JeffCo_GOP⁩