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Star Power Rally Rocks It!
Thursday, May 16, 2013
They came in backpacks, strollers, wheelchairs and in the arms of their parents from across Michigan to Star Power 2013.
Star Power, after all, is all about the kids. And on Tuesday there were children galore and celebrated champions of early childhood from across a varied patchwork of Michigan communities at the annual legislative meet-and-greet on the lawn of the state Capitol. The focus of parents and policy makers alike? The future of Michigan’s youngest learners.
Sequestration Impact on MI
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Deep cuts to programs that help many Michiganians gain economic security took effect March 1, 2013, following Congress’ inability to reach an agreement on an alternative to sequestration.
Lawmakers react to Star Power 2013
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Handed a gift bottle of bubbly – blowing bubbles, that is – state Sen. Rick Jones smiled and said the thousands of families with kids who come out for Star Power Day top any legislative day group he typically meets.
“You know you have my support,” Jones, R-Grand Ledge, told one group of red T-shirt clad kids and parents Tuesday as they posed for pictures under a tree canopy.
Star Power Honors Snyder, Calley
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
LANSING, MI -- Gov. Rick Snyder and Lt. Gov. Brian Calley were honored as Michigan champions of early childhood before thousands gathered on the Capital lawn at Star Power Day.
It’s Go Time for Star Power 2013!
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Travel buses have been reserved, mountains of red T-shirts for attendees have been ordered, and plans are in the final stages for the most comprehensive legislative day for early childhood in Michigan. Star Power 2013 is upon us!
Look Who’s Coming to Star Power!
Thursday, May 9, 2013
In a few short years Star Power has become the iconic event in Lansing for a gathering of people from diverse regions and backgrounds all standing together for early childhood investment in Michigan.
OP-ED: Investing in Early Childhood
Friday, April 26, 2013
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- As a long-time advocate of the need to give Michigan’s youngest children the best possible start in life, I’ve welcomed the efforts of Gov. Rick Snyder and President Barack Obama to focus more attention and money on early childhood development.
Fight Crime: Invest in Kids
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Michigan Sandbox Party Advocacy Coordinator Chris Ruby joined the anti-crime organization, Fight Crime: Invest in Kids, in Gaylord recently.
Early Learning Initiative Materials
Monday, April 22, 2013
As advocates for child care and early learning, we want to take advantage of this historic opportunity for children and families. As mentioned on a recent conference call, our first step is to show strong support for the plan by collecting thank you letters to the President.
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