At no time in Minnesota's history has there been a stronger imperative to focus our attention on early childhood education. As we struggle to find ways to deal with the worst economy since World War II, workforce development will be essential in strengthening our economy and regaining a competitive edge. Creating a high-quality, affordable and accessible early childhood education system is vital to that effort.  Such is the urgency, and so great the potential rewards, that the House and Senate will convene Minnesota's first Early Childhood Summit later this month. Click HERE for more.

Earlier this week April and I launched the new In The News section on the Parents for Choice and Quality site. We have received a good number of hits to the site since the launch and we are working hard to keep updating the content on a regular basis.  We encourage you to make regular visits to the site as we will be posting updates to In the News and the overall site on an ongoing basis from this point forward.

About Parents for Choice and Quality

Our Mission:

Parents for Choice and Quality envision a society where children and families have access to a comprehensive and coordinated range of high quality services that supports them in achieving their full potential.

Our Goals:

♦ To provide leadership that supports children and families in achieving their full potential.

♦ To support the development and operation of a range of quality, community based service choices and opportunities related to early childhood development, education, child care and other family related issues.

♦ To provide a voice and leadership for children and families, by keeping their needs on the on the agendas of legislators.