• Our Vision

    We want a system where all Connecticut children receive the early education and development support they need.

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  • Early is good, and earlier is better

    We want a system committed to building a foundation for learning for every child in their first 1000 days.

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  • Pay attention to the whole child

    We want a system with accessible health, mental health, and social-emotional development support.

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  • Mind the opportunity gap

    We want a system invested in early support of vulnerable children for great returns to individuals and society.

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  • Support local community action

    We want a system where local communities are empowered to make effective decisions for their citizens.

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  • What you can do next

    Connect with others to build communities and a comprehensive early childhood system in Connecticut.

What's New

We recently submitted recommendations for an early childhood system to Planning Director Myra Jones-Taylor and her team. 

RFTS Overview

What is Right From the Start? Listen to team members describe the initiative.

Featured Partner

United Way of Coastal Fairfield County is a member of the System Design Team

New Video

Check out this video highlighting the importance of local early childhood councils, produced by The Color of Words