by WFIS | Apr 21, 2025 | Early Learning, Education News, WFIS News
As the early education sector continues to face a mounting crisis, several states are responding not with investment but with deregulation. Proposals across over a dozen states aim to lower the minimum age for child care workers, reduce training and education...
by WFIS | Mar 31, 2025 | Early Learning, Education News, WFIS News
On Thursday, the Education Lab: Seattle Times hosted a webinar called “The future of childcare in Washington and what’s at stake.” The panel included Jasmine Donovan from Dick’s Drive-In Restaurants, Representative Josh Penner from the 31st District, Rekah...
by WFIS | Jan 28, 2025 | Early Learning, Education News, The Advocate, WFIS News
The Workforce Standards Board bill (House Bill 1128, Senate Bill 5062) threatens the very foundation of private and independent schools by giving unions and the government excessive power over staffing, curriculum, and operations. Here’s why this bill is so dangerous:...
by WFIS | Nov 4, 2024 | DCYF, Early Learning, Education News, WFIS News
Early Learning Directors have been discussing ongoing issues that significantly impact schools’ ability to offer early learning programs. As legislators draft bills, the Directors are keen on solving these pressing problems, including significant inconsistencies...
by WFIS | Oct 28, 2024 | Early Learning, Education News, WFIS News
This week, the Early Learning Action Alliance (ELAA) hosted its annual retreat, bringing together a broad coalition of organizations dedicated to enhancing the well-being and education of children ages 0-6. WFIS is a proud member of the Steering Committee, actively...
by WFIS | Oct 25, 2024 | DOH, Early Learning, Education News, Student Safety, WFIS News
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) requires early learning programs to test their drinking and cooking water for lead and copper when initially licensed and then every six years. The State Department of Health (DOH) offers a free mail-in water...
