Monthly Archives: March 2013

The President’s preschool plan passes the test, according to NIEER

Posted on March 28, 2013 by anarader

“Fewer than 3 in 10 American four-year-olds attend a high-quality preschool program filled with well-organized learning experiences, guided exploration, art, and storytelling — and led by a skilled teacher.  The availability of high-quality care and educational services for infants and … Continue reading →

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All in a week’s work: Two Yalies spend spring break at All Our Kin

Posted on March 25, 2013 by anarader

Last week, All Our Kin was extremely fortunate to have two enthusiastic, bright Yale undergrads spend their spring break working at All Our Kin. Read on to learn about their experiences with us. My name is Jennifer Lunceford and I … Continue reading →

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Marcia Gillespie, former Editor-in-Chief of Ms. Magazine and Essence, insists “Something is wrong here!”

Posted on March 19, 2013 by anarader

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending Women’s Day at the Capitol, hosted by the Permanent Commission on the Status of Women (PCSW). The day was a celebration of how far society has come with regard to the status … Continue reading →

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Nursery Rhymes and the Anti-Bias Classroom by Amy Rothschild

Posted on March 15, 2013 by anarader

Many thanks to Amy Rothschild for sharing her thoughts.  Amy is an early childhood educator who works in Bridgeport, CT. Her article was originally posted on Teaching for Change’s blog. Reposted with permission. I teach in a preschool program at a … Continue reading →

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We’re growing! Eliza Halsey to join AOK as New Haven Network Director

Posted on March 11, 2013 by anarader

All Our Kin is thrilled to share the news that in April, our team will grow yet again with the addition of a New Haven Network Director, the incredibly accomplished and dynamic Eliza Halsey. Born and raised in New Haven, … Continue reading →

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On International Women’s Day 2013, Ms. Foundation brings special attention to injustices regarding child care

Posted on March 8, 2013 by anarader

Happy International Women’s Day! Since the early 1900s, this day has been observed as a time to celebrate and honor women across the globe and to demand action on behalf of the inequality that still exists. This year, in recognition … Continue reading →

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“If there ever was a nonpartisan issue, this is it”: Solidarity for universal preschool from two longtime capitalists

Posted on March 7, 2013 by anarader

This past weekend, The New York Times published an op-ed titled “Capitalists for Preschool.” In the article, John Pepper and James Zimmerman, two “longtime corporate executives,” reiterate what early childhood experts have long been saying about the lasting impact of … Continue reading →

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Early childhood experiences happen wherever children are: locally, nationally, and globally

Posted on March 1, 2013 by anarader

In discussions about early childhood education, most will agree that ECE is a topic that deserves attention locally, statewide, and nationally.  However, we often don’t challenge ourselves to acknowledge that the United States is not the only context in which … Continue reading →

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