Early Learning Plan

The Department of Early Learning, Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction, and Thrive by Five Washington are nearing adoption of the statewide Early Learning Plan. Public input on the draft plan closed on June 18th and is currently being considered. WAEYC provided input on the professional development and child care licensing strategies. The plan includes many important strategies, some of which can and will be implemented immediately. Others will require more planning time or funding. A 3-year action plan, available at here, prioritizes strategies that can be implemented in the coming three years. One of the 3-year strategies - implement comprehensive professional development and compensation system – aligns with WAEYC’s vision. Another strategy - align prekindergarten and K-3 instructional and programmatic practices – is directly related to an action in WAEYC’s 3-year strategic plan.