Stories of SuccESS: A Day of Learning at Cascade Locks Elementary
As part of our Stories of SuccESS series, we’re highlighting moments from the field that reflect how communities across Oregon are strengthening early learning systems.
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Oregon Early Childhood Inclusion Impact Report 2026
Oregon’s early learning system is stronger when inclusion, belonging, and family partnership are built into how communities work—together. The latest OECI impact report showcases the significant progress made in creating inclusive environments for all children.
Advocates Ask Gov.Tina Kotek to Prioritize Early Childhood in Her 2027 Agenda
In these tough budget times, it’s more critical than ever to ensure kids across Oregon have what they need to be Great by Age 8 – and we need ongoing, statewide leadership to get it done. Because when Oregon kids flourish, the entire state does, too.
Week of the Young Child: Celebrating Young Children and the People who Make Early Learning Possible
Each April, communities around the country pause to celebrate the joy, creativity, and potential of young children during Week of the Young Child (WOYC). At Children’s Institute, WOYC is a chance to lift up the pieces of early learning that are so important in early child development: children learning through play, building relationships, exploring their worlds and growing with the support of dedicated adults.
Children’s Institute 2025 Annual Report
We are excited to share Children’s Institute’s latest annual report, highlighting progress, partnerships, and impact that shaped the past year.
What School District Data Reveals About Preschool Access in Oregon
A new report from Children’s Institute reveals insights from Oregon’s school district-run preschool programs and explores how preschool is being offered, where access remains limited, barriers to expansion, and what it will take to strengthen early learning in Oregon.
Pause to Reflect and Reimagine Now
The final weeks of school are here. Countdowns are up, energy is shifting. Before the last bell rings, pause—not just to reflect, but to reimagine.
Final Vote Looms on Early Learning Budget as Advocates Take Action
Early childhood advocates gathered at the Oregon State Capitol in Salem for a “Vote No on Senate Bill 5514 Day of Action” and press conference.
5 Things We Heard (and Felt) at the 2025 ESS Spring Cross-Network Convening
On May 16, at our Early School Success(ESS) Spring Cross-Network convening, participants brought care, creativity, and clarity as they explored what it takes to build more equitable, student-centered systems – together. Here are five things we heard – and felt – at the convening…
Unraveling Oregon’s 2023 Legislative Session: Wins, Missed Opportunities, and Powerful Advocacy for Early Childhood
On June 25th, the 2023 Oregon Legislative session officially ended. Despite an unusual session and some legislative misses, we still achieved positive outcomes for young children with persistent advocacy and the hard work of Oregon’s Early Childhood Coalition, and community partners. Although our work is never done, we are making progress. With each step, we continue to drive policies that help make Oregon the best place to be a kid.
