Child Care Is Everyone's Business: Why Delaware Businesses Should Care About Early Childhood Education
05 Apr ’22
In Delaware, as in the nation, early childhood care and education play an important role in the state’s economic health. As the sector faces profound challenges, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new report examines ways to increase access for working families.
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Updated: 14 Dec ’20