Children’s Institute shapes early childhood policy, secures public investments for early childhood programs and services, and works with school communities to strengthen early learning for children and teaching practices for educators.
Our Work
At Children’s Institute, we work to improve the lives of children from prenatal to grade 5 who experience institutional or systemic barriers to opportunity in Oregon: children from low-income families, children of color, disabled children, dual language learners, and children in rural areas.
Our research, policy and advocacy, learning initiatives, and community partnerships all aim to keep kids healthy and safe and prepare them to be active, engaged learners.
The Latest
St. Helens Learning Tour Takes Advocates Inside Classrooms
Early childhood advocates, leaders and policymakers visited classrooms on Jan. 20 to see how the Children’s Institute’s five-year Early School Success partnership with St. Helens School District helps students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Early Childhood Coalition Announces 2026 Policy Priorities
Early Childhood Coalition announces 2026 policy priorities. In 2026, providers, families, and advocates call on the Oregon Legislature to stabilize essential early learning and care services that thousands of Oregon children and families rely on.
Celebrating Lyn Hennion’s Life and Legacy
Celebrating Lyn Hennion’s life and legacy. Children’s Institute celebrates the life and legacy of Lyn Hennion with deep gratitude for her advocacy, dedication to young children, and lasting impact across Oregon.
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Learning Lab
This interactive site visit showcases effective early literacy in action, while the host school receives real-time feedb...
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The Early Link Podcast highlights national, regional, and local voices working in early childhood education and the nonprofit sector. The podcast is written, hosted, and produced by Children’s Institute Communications.
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