The most important skills kids need to succeed in life
American adults think language and literacy skills are needed to do well in life. Early childhood is the best time to help kids develop them.
Duties and Job Description
Title: Board Member The Arizona Early Childhood Development & Health Board provides leadership, governance, and vision to FTF as provided in Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 8, Chapter 13, and specifically Section 8-1192. The Board works to achieve the mission and vision of FTF by setting policy and providing oversight and leadership. The vision of FTF … Read More
Parents As Teachers study shows significant improvements for families in key areas
First Things First is one of the largest funder of home visitation programs in the state, allocating around $14 million per year.
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2016 Annual Report details return on AZ’s early childhood investment
Since the inception of First Things First, the percentage of kindergarteners with untreated tooth decay has decreased by 8%. This and other notable accomplishments are included in the early childhood organization’s recently published 2016 Annual Report.
Annual Report Details Return on AZ’s Early Childhood Investment
Improvements in quality early learning, children’s oral health among highlights PHOENIX (September 21, 2016) – Since the inception of First Things First, the percentage of kindergarteners with untreated tooth decay has decreased by 8%. This and other notable accomplishments are included in the early childhood organization’s recently published 2016 Annual Report. “It is very rewarding … Read More
First Things First Named Among Top 25 Innovations in Government by Harvard University
PHOENIX – May 2, 2017 – Today, First Things First was announced as a Top 25 program in this year’s Innovations in American Government Awards competition by the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at the John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University. As a Top 25 program, First Things First is representing the top … Read More
Majority of Arizona voters believe state should invest more in child care, according to survey
The recently released survey showed that 77% of all voters believe Arizona should invest more in child care.