Monterey County Cannabis Tax Revenue Community Forums Help ensure that these tax dollars will support Monterey County children! Important decisions are happening throughout the state around marijuana legalization. As county and city agencies explore how legalized cannabis impacts their residents, …
Strolling Thunder on May 8th!
On May 8th, babies and families from all 50 states and the District of Columbia will again descend on Capitol Hill for ZERO TO THREE’s second annual Strolling Thunder event! The families will share their stories with their Members of Congress and urge …
Application for Technical Assistance Projects for Child Care Centers – Round 10
First 5 Monterey County has released Round 10 of the application to select child care programs to receive technical assistance services that will improve child care quality and support inclusion for children ages 0 to 5 years and their families. Eligible applicants …
Strategic Plan for Early Childhood Development in Monterey County
The Monterey County Early Childhood Development (ECD) Advisory Group has been working hard over the past six months to engage key stakeholders, analyze local data and research, and identify priorities to achieve our goal of ensuring all children are well …
Annual Report: Bright Beginnings 2016-2017
Come and show your support for Bright Beginnings and for investing in young children and families! Join us at 1:00 pm on March 20th at the Monterey County Board of Supervisors meeting. Bright Beginnings staff and community leaders will be presenting …
Your Voice is Needed in Monterey County and Washington D.C.
You are invited to two advocacy opportunities that need an early childhood voice: Local mental health community meetings All expenses paid opportunity to advocate for children in Washington D.C. Mental Health Services Act Annual Community Meetings Monterey County Behavioral Health …
Congratulations! New Family Friendly Businesses and Child Welcoming Employers!
We’re pleased to announce three new certified Monterey County Family Friendly and Child Welcoming businesses and organizations. FAMILY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER – GOLD International School of Monterey MEarth CHILD WELCOMING BUSINESS International School of Monterey Seaside Yoga Sanctuary The Family Friendly Employer certification recognizes businesses …
Collective Impact Convening
Join the Bright Beginnings team April 3-5, 2018 in Austin, TX for the 2018 Collective Impact Convening, a nationally renowned learning event featuring more than 50 sessions, case studies, how-to sessions, tool sessions, and short talks. Email Karen Stein at Karen@first5monterey.orgASAP to save your spot! For …
Bright Spots Celebration
Recognizing policy wins and leading school districts We were proud to join Bright Futures to celebrate the successes in achieving measurable results for our community! The event provided real, local examples of positive impact, reminding us that change is possible, and …
Pajaro CAT Spotlight
Pajaro is often referred to as “no man’s land,” however Rosemary Hernandez, Child Development Coordinator at Pajaro Valley Unified School District, and Erica Padilla-Chavez, Chief Executive Officer at Pajaro Valley Prevention and Student Assistance, Inc., are working to change this. …