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State-funded preschool program sees historic expansion
DEL launches updated Licensed Child Care Information System
Governor Gregoire declares May 9 child care provider appreciation day
DEL, WSU support increased literacy among Latino child care providers
DEL, children’s museums partner to help more children learn through play
DEL funds 22 community projects to provide parent education, support
DEL issues licensed child care report
DEL selects sites to design early learning rating system
DEL signs Joint Resolution with British Columbia
DEL works to build public awareness of importance of early learning
Department of Early Learning launches new Web site
Early Learning is Well Supported in the Legislature
Fingerprint Fees Reduced
Governor Gregoire announces literacy grants for Washington families
Governor's early learning legislation enacted
New Washington State law about window blind cords
Pierce County joins DEL pilot sites for QRIS
Public wants to do more to make Washington child-friendly state, poll shows
Resources for parents and child care providers in the wake of recent storms
Three organizations join forces, commit to improve early learning for children statewide
Washington’s state-funded preschool program makes strides in quality
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