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Writing a new year
As children eagerly step into their new classrooms this year, I’m reminded of the countless stories ready to unfold across our schools.
Isabelle Hau asks, “What if love—not flashcards—built the smartest brains?”
What if love—not flashcards—built the smartest brains? In this episode of The Early Link Podcast, Stanford’s Dr. Isabelle Howe shares fresh insights on “relational intelligence,” why babies laugh eight times harder with a friend, and more.
What the 2025 Legislative Session Means for Oregon’s Children
After a challenging 2025 legislative session shaped by federal policy and funding constraints, early childhood advocates are still celebrating key wins.
Advocates, Parents Call on Oregon Legislature to Protect Preschool for All
A broad coalition of parents, early childhood educators, and advocates gathered at Escuela Viva in Southeast Portland to speak out in support of Preschool for All in Multnomah County, in response to a bill that would eliminate the program.
Early Childhood is Making Headlines! | CI News Roundup
Children's Institute, early childhood advocates, and our partners are making headlines! Read the latest about Children's Institute in the news.
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...
Register today: 2025-2026 Early School Success Academy
The Early School Success Academy returns this Fall! This professional learning experience is led by educators, for educators!
Advocates Urge Oregon Legislators to Choose Children
Early childhood advocates met with the Oregon Legislature to champion early childhood priorities, calling on the state to invest in young children.
