State Victories Included Historic Gains for Kids in 2020
SCAN’s advocacy led to many state victories and investments in early education that will change the lives of children for years to come.
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Online Learning: a Hard New Reality for America’s Kids
Distance learning is hard. But it shouldn’t mean that children are left behind in their education.
Last week’s child care votes in the House were historic, but the fight isn’t over.
Two important child care bills just passed the House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support! But there’s still more to do.
COVID-19 is threatening children around the world. Here’s how we can help.
COVID has been devastating for children around the world. But we can help protect those children and their families by urging Congress to act.
Advocating in Times of Adversity: The Case for Saving Child Care
Child care is in danger. We need our leaders to stand alongside child care programs and create sustainable investments that support our youngest citizens.
When it Comes to Asylum, Children are Losing Out
While immigration is an intensely complex topic, our lawmakers need to remember that children are at the heart of the debate. And no matter what side of the aisle you’re on, children deserve care and respect.
You Asked, We Answered: 6 Questions about Child Care from the 2020 Virtual Advocacy Summit
SCAN answered some of the questions about child care and COVID-19 that we were unable to get to during the 3rd session of the 2020 Virtual Advocacy Summit.
A Pediatric Nurse’s Warning: We Must Protect Children from the Effects of COVID-19
Kelli Wagner is a pediatric nurse, and she’s seen the effect of coronavirus firsthand. She’s also seen the heartbreaking decisions that many parents have made – both at home and abroad – for the sake of their children.
COVID-19 Is Threatening the Child Care Industry. We Must Save It.
Gov. Lujan Grisham and SCAN President Mark Shriver: “It’s time that we fully recognize the indispensable value of high-quality childhood services, and then create the supports that will help children to thrive.”
In the News: Asylum in the Time of COVID-19
To make reading the news a bit easier, SCAN’s communications manager has compiled a list of must-read articles about children seeking asylum in the time of COVID-19.