NC Early Education Coalition

"As a local business leader and native North Carolinian, I am constantly energized and excited by the tremendous growth of our state and its dynamic business landscape. In my lifetime alone, the population of the state has grown by approximately 5 million, thanks in large part to a favorable environment for commerce and a workforce capable of creating and delivering on innovation and business growth. Few weeks go by without an announcement heralding a North Carolina-based company’s expansion or an out-of-state venture’s investment in our region. And as a banker whose team helps facilitate this growth, I can say with confidence that the opportunities to grow our local economy are abundant. However, when we look at the state’s educational attainment goal — for 2 million North Carolinians to hold a high-quality credential or postsecondary degree by 2030 — and the 400,000-worker shortage North Carolina was projected to face by 2030 when that goal was set four years ago, it is becoming increasingly clear that the state’s talent pipeline is not in lockstep with the business growth trajectory. In fact, myFutureNC recently reported that N.C. was 31,000 workers below where it needed to be (as of 2021) to reach the 2 million-by-2030 goal. The fact that our state is not poised to deliver a workforce with the skills necessary to sustain its growth by 2030, in the relative short term, makes cultivating a talent pipeline for long-term economic success — and investing in early childhood education — all the more urgent." Read further - https://lnkd.in/dNuTch9B https://lnkd.in/dhzKhmb We are dedicated to advancing the quality and affordability of early care and education for young children, their families and communities. #ncbusinessgrowth #ncworkforce #ncworkforcesolutions #earlychildhoodeducation https://lnkd.in/dNuTch9B

Every child deserves the best start in life. That’s why we’re working to improve access to quality early childhood education across North Carolina. But we need your help to make this a reality. Take action today and join us in pushing for policies that will make a real difference for children and families. Get involved here: https://lnkd.in/em9c3Bu #earlychildhoodeducation #earlyednc #childhooddevelopment

We can do better. Too many children in North Carolina still don’t have access to the high-quality early education they deserve. Let’s change that together. By advocating for policies that support early childhood education, we can ensure that every child has a fair shot at success. Take action today and help us create the change we need. Join the Early Childhood Coalition here: https://lnkd.in/em9c3Bu #earlychildhoodeducation #earlyeducation #earlyed

The fight for early childhood education isn’t just about children—it’s about all of us. When we invest in our children, we invest in a better future for our state and our communities. Join us in advocating for policies that benefit every child in North Carolina. Together, we can create lasting change. Learn more and get involved here: https://lnkd.in/em9c3Bu #earlyeducation #earlychildhoodeducation #investinchildren

Every child in North Carolina deserves a high-quality education, no matter their background or where they come from. But we can’t make that happen alone. We need your voice to advocate for policies that improve early childhood education for all children. Join us today and help us push for a future where every child has access to the education they deserve. Find out how you can get involved here: https://lnkd.in/em9c3Bu #earlyeducationnc #earlychildhooddevelopment #earlyed #investinchildcare

Early education is the foundation for a strong future. We know that when children have access to quality early care, they are more likely to succeed in school and beyond. But for this to happen, we need to advocate for policies that prioritize early childhood education and make it accessible to every child. Help us create lasting change in North Carolina by getting involved today. Find out how here: https://lnkd.in/em9c3Bu #earlyeducation #qualitychildcare #earlychildhoodeducation

In North Carolina, too many families face barriers to accessing affordable and high-quality early education. That’s why we’re working to create policies that make child care more affordable, accessible, and equitable for all families. We need your help to make this vision a reality. Join the Early Childhood Coalition and help us advocate for the changes we need: https://lnkd.in/em9c3Bu #qualityearlyed #affordablechildcare #advocateforchildcare

Today, we celebrate the love, care, and commitment that go into nurturing our children’s growth and development. As we look toward the future, we recognize that investing in early education is an investment in the hearts and minds of our youngest learners. This Valentine’s Day, let’s continue to show our love for North Carolina’s children by advocating for policies that ensure access to quality early childhood education, fair wages for educators, and support for families. Together, we can build a brighter future for all our children, filled with love, opportunity, and success. https://lnkd.in/dAQfbwmE #ValentinesDay #EarlyEducation #SupportTeachers #InvestInChildren #NCearlyeducation

Supporting early childhood education is an investment in the future. By providing children with access to quality care, we’re not just helping them succeed academically—we’re helping them grow into strong, healthy, and successful adults. But to make this happen, we need to advocate for policies that provide equitable access to early education across the state. Join the Early Childhood Coalition and make your voice heard today. Get involved here: https://lnkd.in/em9c3Bu #earlychildhoodeducation #investinchildren #advocateforchildren

The future of our state depends on the education we provide today. A quality early childhood education builds the foundation for success in school and beyond. By advocating for early education programs and supporting policies that focus on equity, we can ensure that every child has access to the tools they need to thrive. Get involved with us and be a voice for change in early childhood education. Together, we can shape a better future for North Carolina. Join us here: https://lnkd.in/em9c3Bu #EarlyEducationMatters #QualityEarlyLearning #SupportEarlyEd #AdvocateForChildren #NCEducation #ECEAdvocacy