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Birth to Five Illinois Surpasses $12 Million in Grants for Early Childhood Collaborations (Chicago, IL) - Birth to Five Illinois has reached a major...

Researchers say the report is meant to serve as a baseline as the state transitions to the new Department of Early Childhood. #childhood #report

Village leaders say the landmark designation will pave the way for broader development of the site, including potential museum exhibits and educational programming in partnership with the Archdiocese of Chicago, historians, and religious institutions. #pope #dolton #landmark

Birth to Five Illinois leaders say the statewide council will ensure that families who directly use early childhood services continue to shape how those programs are implemented and improved across the state. #council #parent

As part of its ongoing efforts, Illinois has expanded childhood blood testing for lead exposure, increasing the number of high-risk ZIP codes where testing is required. #testing

The biennial report, The State We’re In 2025, tracks 15 years of data on funding, enrollment, staffing, affordability, and student outcomes from early childhood through higher education. #mentalhealth

With funds received through its contract with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), Birth to Five Illinois currently supports 40 Local Early Childhood Collaborations. #childhood

“Lead poisoning can cause long term harm and the sooner it is identified, the better chance we have of treating it and reversing its effects,” said IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra. #preventionweek