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Children’s Institute leverages research, practice, policy, and advocacy to shift systems toward justice for families so that all Oregon’s children, prenatal to grade 5, have access to opportunity.

09/05/2026

This time last week, six parents and child care providers met with Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici to share their experiences accessing early learning and care.

Watch as our Senior Early Childhood Policy Advisor, Elena Barreto, recaps the conversation and the challenges families and providers raised around making child care truly accessible and affordable.

Thank you to United Way Columbia-Willamette and Early Learning Washington County for bringing this conversation together.

As we head into the new school year, we are looking back at a few highlights from this summer. 🌞 From conversations abou...
09/02/2026

As we head into the new school year, we are looking back at a few highlights from this summer. 🌞
 
From conversations about early literacy and kickoff a new year with our Early School Success partners to preparing for the legislative session alongisde the Early Childhood Coalition, there was plenty to learn, share, and celebrate.
 
Here’s to another great school year!

A good idea can begin in a single classroom. But what happens when educators have the opportunity to learn from it toget...
08/26/2026

A good idea can begin in a single classroom. But what happens when educators have the opportunity to learn from it together?

At our Early School Success Back-to-School Kickoff, educators and district leaders from Beaverton School District (Beaverton School District), Forest Grove School District (Forest Grove School District), and St. Helens School District (St. Helens School District 502) came together for a day of shared learning. They explored research, reflected on practice, and considered what different approaches could mean in their schools.

Read more at link in bio.

Early literacy begins long before children enter kindergarten. During our Little Learners, Big Foundations webinar, we e...
07/29/2026

Early literacy begins long before children enter kindergarten. 
During our Little Learners, Big Foundations webinar, we explored how developmentally appropriate practice, culturally responsive approaches, and the science of literacy work together to build strong foundations for young learners.
 
Swipe through to see four ideas that stayed with us.

Each year, the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading’s (Campaign for Grade-Level Reading (CGLR)) GLR Week brings together edu...
07/27/2026

Each year, the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading’s (Campaign for Grade-Level Reading (CGLR)) GLR Week brings together educators, advocates, and community leaders to advance children’s early school success.

Long before a child enters a classroom, the foundations for literacy are already taking shape through relationships, language, culture, and everyday experiences. Tomorrow, our Early Literacy Specialist, Erin Lolich, will lead a webinar exploring how developmentally appropriate practice, culturally responsive teaching, and the science of literacy can work together to support young readers.

Register today through the link in our bio and join the conversation!

07/22/2026

We’re excited to continue welcoming our newest team members! Today, we’re introducing Kim Walker, Children’s Institute’s new Executive Assistant.

Kim brings extensive experience supporting senior executives, with a background spanning financial services, banking, and administrative leadership. Following her military career in the U.S. Navy, she relocated to Portland, where she also serves on a local school board.

We’re so glad you’re here, Kim! 💙

The path to grade-level reading starts long before Oregon kids enter grade school. Join Children’s Institute and the Cam...
07/21/2026

The path to grade-level reading starts long before Oregon kids enter grade school.
 
Join Children’s Institute and the Campaign for Grade-Level Reading for a conversation with Erin Lolich about how developmentally appropriate practice, culturally responsive teaching, and the science of literacy can reinforce one another to support young learners.
 
Link in bio.

Need summer reading ideas for kids? We’ve got you covered! Children’s Institute’s Early School Success team has some boo...
07/14/2026

Need summer reading ideas for kids? We’ve got you covered! Children’s Institute’s Early School Success team has some book suggestions! Swipe to discover our top picks for your children’s summer reading.

07/08/2026

We have some exciting news to share - three new amazing team members have joined the CI Staff! 
 
First up, welcome Lois Leveen, Director of Communications! Lois brings deep professional experience in strategic communications, including work in education philanthropy, postsecondary education, education and health nonprofits, and with K-12 schools, districts, and educational service districts. 
 
Coming to CI, Lois is excited to help tell powerful stories that advance Children’s Institute’s mission and deepen our impact. With a deep commitment to equity, she looks forward to collaborating with partners and colleagues to elevate voices and work driving meaningful change. 
 
We are so glad you are here, Lois!

Your voice matters in shaping the future of early childhood care and education in Oregon.The Early Childhood Care and Le...
06/24/2026

Your voice matters in shaping the future of early childhood care and education in Oregon.

The Early Childhood Care and Learning System Roundtable is gathering feedback from families, providers, educators, and community members to help improve access to affordable, high-quality child care and preschool across the state.

Share your perspective by joining a listening session or completing the survey. Your feedback will help inform recommendations for strengthening Oregon’s early learning system.

🔗 Links in bio

Tu voz es importante para dar forma al futuro del cuidado y la educación temprana en Oregón.

La Mesa Redonda del Sistema de Cuidado y Aprendizaje Temprano está recopilando opiniones de familias, proveedores de cuidado infantil, educadores y miembros de la comunidad para ayudar a mejorar el acceso a servicios de cuidado infantil y educación preescolar asequibles y de alta calidad en todo el estado.

Comparte tu perspectiva participando en una sesión de escucha o completando la encuesta. Tus comentarios ayudarán a informar recomendaciones para fortalecer el sistema de aprendizaje temprano de Oregón.

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1500 SW 1st Avenue, Suite 750
Portland, OR
97201

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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