Milwaukee Succeeds

Early access = clear possibilities. Dr. Velez and the BLEST Hub are exploring how early college access can open doors and smooth the path to careers and opportunities for Milwaukee students. www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/blog/strengthening-pathways-for-our-young-people

In Milwaukee, child care is in constant motion – and that movement affects everyone. When more than one-third of programs are opening or closing each year, it means uncertainty for parents, disruption for children and strain on providers. Check out the full picture in our churn metric report: https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/our-research -childhood-education

Accreditation is a dream for many early learning providers – and this hardworking educator was finally able to make it come true! Thanks to the Accreditation Facilitation Project Closeout, they received the support and encouragement to take the leap and submit their application. https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/blog/supporting-providers-on-the-path-to-accreditation

In Milwaukee, child care is in constant motion – and that movement affects everyone. When more than one-third of programs are opening or closing each year, it means uncertainty for parents, disruption for children and strain on providers. Check out the full picture in our churn metric report: https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/blog/making-the-invisible-visible-introducing-the-ece-churn-metric

Churn reveals what simple counts can’t – how often child care programs are opening and closing, and how that movement shapes access for families. Discover what we’ve learned in our new churn report: https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/blog/making-the-invisible-visible-introducing-the-ece-churn-metric

The Autonomous Youth Council Lad Lake placement created real momentum on both sides. 🤝 Lad Lake staff saw students stepping into conversations with new ideas, while Autonomous Youth Council members built confidence and leadership along the way. https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/success-stories

Getting accredited takes more than dedication – it takes resources. $36,430 in funding helped programs access the materials and tools they needed, from classroom supplies to medical testing. https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/blog/supporting-providers-on-the-path-to-accreditation

Young people know what their communities need – and these projects prove it. 💡

We’re proud to celebrate the winners of our Youth-led Grantmaking Project, where youth teams developed bold ideas focused on supporting, uplifting and empowering their peers.

Each winning team will receive $4,000 to bring their project to life. From storytelling and wellness to community care and creative expression, their ideas showcase the incredible passion, leadership and vision young people bring to our city! Check out the winning projects. https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/blog/five-youth-led-projects-selected-to-receive-grant-funding

When child care systems are under strain, the effects show up everywhere – in workplaces, in local economies and in the long-term health of our communities. This is a challenge Wisconsin is carrying every day. Learn more in our new churn metric report: https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/our-research -childhood-education