New regional council members vow strong start for kids
Thirty four new regional partnership council members join the already 274 dedicated community members who serve on 28 FTF regional councils across Arizona.
Guiding young children through difficult times
Find resources to help you support your young children through these stressful times and age-appropriate ways to talk about tough issues like race and equity.
FTF-funded program fills assessment gap through online developmental screenings
The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension has started offering free virtual developmental screenings in some of FTF’s rural and tribal regions.
Benefits of a good snuggle
Many studies show that your loving touch is essential for your baby’s developing brain. And cuddling also reduces their anxiety, creating calmer kids.
Say Thank You to Arizona’s Early Childhood Caregivers
To all the child care providers, preschool teachers, early learning professionals, and family, friends and neighbors who care for our babies, toddlers and preschoolers, we say: Thank you. By caring for our children, you’ve been caring for us all. LET’S SHOW ARIZONA’S EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREGIVERS HOW MUCH WE CARE Now more than ever, we want … Read More
Helping home visitors serve substance-exposed newborns and their families
FTF recently received a grant that will provide additional training to parent educators who work with families of substance-exposed newborn babies.
Full force of community needed to support families during difficult times
During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Prevent Child Abuse Arizona offers free webinars to help professionals help families build their resilience.
Teacher and caregiver coaching helps north Phoenix center excel at inclusive environment
The children at the UCP Early Learning Center are growing and learning together in inclusive classrooms, which research shows is best for young children.
The number of Quality First centers meeting or exceeding standards continues to rise
The number of Quality First child care and preschool programs that meet or exceed quality standards has reached an all-time high of 76%.