“We will build on the House’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality early education and care, in large part by supporting our EEC workforce. This means developing an action plan to build a sustainable workforce development system… one that is responsive to the distinct needs of the EEC field.
“We know that the EEC years provide a unique opportunity for us to impact learning outcomes for children.
“We also know that it is an equally vital time for addressing mental health. I am currently working with the Chairs of Education and Mental Health, as well as the Child Advocate, to coordinate efforts as we again prioritize children’s long-term social, emotional and academic success by investing in early childhood mental health services.”
From a speech by House Speaker Robert DeLeo, January 31, 2018
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For news coverage of the speech, click here.
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