Down East Partnership News
Building Strong Foundations for Families in Challenging Times
By Henrietta Zalkind for the Rocky Mount Telegram
These are challenging times for families. Across our community, families are facing uncertainty — from worries about putting food on the table, to finding affordable, safe housing, to struggling with child care that allows parents to work.
Like many challenges before, we remain committed to moving forward with a sharp focus on what we can do to make a difference for families.
This year, DEPC lost considerable funding due to cuts to SNAP-Ed, and we face uncertainty about future state allocations. Still, our commitment to children and families remains unwavering. We continue to make the best use of the resources available and to strengthen the early education system our community deserves.
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Compensation Matters
Q&A with Henrietta Zalkind
Check out this Q&A from the Early Years with DEPC Executive Director Henrietta Zalind on the importance of W.A.G.E.$ and compensation for educators.
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DEPC is Approved SECC Charity
Did you know that Down East Partnership for Children is an approved Charity with the State Employees Combined Campaign (SECC)? Our code is #3751. Help spread the word about another way to support young children and families in our community.
DEPC Named Certified Family Forward Employer
Down East Partnership for Children has been named a Family Forward NC® Certified Employer by the North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation’s Family Forward NC® initiative.
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