Last December, a panel of experts created a five year plan to reform Connecticut’s early childhood education system, and now, almost a year later, despite challenges with financingStakeholders are re-emphasizing their commitment to making child care more accessible as the 2025 legislative session approaches.

At a panel hosted by the Office of Early Childhood on Tuesday morning, state commissioners, national experts and lawmakers came together to emphasize the importance of a family-centered model that, beyond providing care and education to children, also Target workforce development for both parents and educators. .