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With the launch of the Colorado Department of Early Childhood and preparation for Universal Preschool Colorado in the 2023-24 school year, there is a lot happening in early childhood! To stay connected sign up to receive our monthly newsletter. You can also follow along on social media. Find us on Facebook (en español), Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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The Colorado Department of Early Childhood is Hiring!

Join our team to have an impact on the lives of our youngest Coloradans, ensuring the Colorado children, families and providers are valued, healthy and thriving. View our current job openings, and keep checking back, as many more job opportunities will open in the coming months and weeks. You can also follow us on LinkedIn for regular notifications about job postings.

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Camp Id-ra-ha-je Voluntarily Dismisses Lawsuit Against Colorado Department of Early Childhood

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) reached a settlement agreement with Camp Id-Ra-Ha-Je. As a result, the religious-based summer camp has agreed to voluntarily dismiss its lawsuit as the regulations cited in its Complaint do not apply to the camp.

CDEC Listens to Community, Proposes Early Intervention Budget Solutions to Protect Direct Services for Children

Responding to extensive community and provider feedback, the Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) submitted recommendations to the Joint Budget Committee (JBC) aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of the state’s vital Early Intervention (EI) program. The plan prioritizes protecting direct services for children and families while meeting the JBC’s request for…

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About the Department of Early Childhood

Mission

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood ensures the delivery of a comprehensive, community-informed, data-driven, high quality and equitable early childhood system that supports the care, education and well-being of all Colorado’s young children, their families and early childhood professionals in all settings.

Vision

All Colorado children, families, and early childhood professionals are valued, healthy and thriving.