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White Center Early Learning Initiative - Educare Evaluation
Core Function: Research and Evaluation
The Center on Infant Mental Health and Development will act as the local evaluation partner for the birth-to-five Educare model program to be implemented as an expansion to the existing Head Start program as a part of the White Center Early Learning Initiative (WCELI). Educare is a nationally recognized, research-based birth-to-five program that incorporates critical quality elements such as low staff/child ratios, small group sizes, rigorous educational and professional development for staff, and parent/family involvement. The WCELI is a partnership of community members and public and private organizations working to create sustainable, integrated and accessible child development and family support services that reflect the diverse cultures, strengths, and needs of White Center families. Funded by grants from Thrive by Five Washington and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the White Center Early Learning Initiative provides parents, child care and early learning staff, and caregivers with education and support to help ensure that all children in the community begin school ready to succeed. The WCELI is one of two Thrive communities, which were created to demonstrate effective early learning services and systems for all children in Washington state. WCELI is coordinated by Puget Sound Educational Service District, and cooperatively administered through partnerships with Child Care Resources, Public Health–Seattle and King County, and Highline Public Schools.
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