| Early Learning Programs in Rhode Island: New Issue Brief Released, Media Coverage | |
Senior Policy Analyst Leanne Barrett presented the findings, and discussants were Sandra Powell, Director of the RI Department of Human Services; and Deborah Gist, Commissioner of Education.
Early learning programs in Rhode Island have recently been highlighted in The Providence Journal, including:
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Recent Community Events
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Child Development Lecture co-sponsored by Rhode Island KIDS COUNT and Brown University
On May 2, 2013, the annual Lipsitt-Duchin Lecture in Child and Youth Behavior and Development was held at Brown University. Keynote speaker Dr. James P. Comer of the Yale School of Medicine discussed the ways in which issues related to race and child development can affect school intervention and reform efforts. A discussion panel featuring Deborah Gist, Commissioner of the RI Department of Education; and Gigi DiBello, MEd, Head of School, Sophia Academy, was held immediately after. For the press release, please click here. For more information, or to be placed on the list for next year's event, please contact Katy Miller.
 5th Annual Interfaith Conference to Reduce Poverty
The RI Interfaith Coalition's Conference to Reduce Poverty was held on May 13, 2013 at Rhode Island College. The Conference brought together faith and community leaders to discuss ways to reduce poverty in Rhode Island, and featured keynote speaker Erik Stegman, Manager of Half in Ten at the Center for American Progress (please click here for presentation). Rhode Island KIDS COUNT Executive Director Elizabeth Burke Bryant presented the latest data on Rhode Island children and families living in poverty.
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| Legislative Tracking |
Throughout the 2013 Legislative session, Rhode Island KIDS COUNT has tracked bills and budget items related to children and youth. You can visit our website for information on important legislation and upcoming hearings; and to read our testimony on a wide range of topics affecting Rhode Island children, youth, and families, such as child welfare, education, health, income supports, safety, and more. |
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