Support and Safety Resources for All Families in San Mateo County
At First 5 San Mateo County, we believe that every family deserves to feel safe, supported, and connected to trusted community resources, regardless of their background or immigration status. Recently, the San Mateo County Office of Education shared a reminder that schools will always remain safe places for every child. All children are entitled to […]
The 5 Protective Factors: Why the First Five Years Matter
“In the developed world, the United States is an outlier in its low levels of financial support for young children’s care. The U.S. spends 0.2 percent of its G.D.P. on child care for children 2 and under — which amounts to about $200 a year for most families,” the New York Times highlighted in this […]
Nurturing Diversity: County and Public Leadership’s Vital Role in Addressing This Challenge!
In the grand finale of our Nurturing Diversity series, we shine a spotlight on an individual whose passion for early childhood education serves as a core theme of our series. Meet Andrea Burnett, a Coordinator, P3 Quality Improvement Initiatives at the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE). Andrea’s story highlights the vital role of […]
Nurturing Diversity: Paving the Way for Black Excellence in Early Childhood Education.
Read our full Nurturing Diversity series: 1. Celebrating the Power of Black Caregivers in Early Childhood. 3. County and Public Leadership’s Vital Role in Addressing This Challenge! As we continue Black History Month, it’s important to shed light on the challenges that persist for many Black children during their early years. The landscape of early childhood education (ECE) […]
Nurturing Diversity: Celebrating the Power of Black Caregivers in Early Childhood.
This is the first post in our Nurturing Diversity series. Read the others: 2. Paving the Way for Black Excellence in Early Childhood Education. 3. County and Public Leadership’s Vital Role in Addressing This Challenge! Think about your favorite book or song— each tells a unique story that has shaped the way you see the world. Those stories […]
San Mateo County fathers continue to learn and grow with their kids
Yesterday was Father’s Day, and First 5 San Mateo County is excited to wish all fathers a special and reflective day with their families. Thank you to the fathers and father figures who play an imperative role in raising children. Our communities are stronger thanks to the commitment of fathers, and we were lucky to […]
