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PROCLAIM APRIL 2026 AS "MONTH OF THE YOUNG CHILD" AND APRIL 11-17, 2026 AS "WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD" IN GUILFORD COUNTY
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SPONSOR
Sponsor
Commissioner Carly Cooke
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PROCLAMATION
Proclamation
WHEREAS, there are over 32,000 children ages 0-5 (not yet in kindergarten) in Guilford County and 69% of these children live in households where their sole parent or both parents are working; and
WHEREAS, children’s cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and language and literacy development are built through positive interactions with adults, peers and their environment during these critical early years; and
WHEREAS, participation in high-quality early childhood education saves taxpayer dollars, makes working families more economically secure, and prepares children to succeed in school, earn higher wages, and live healthier lives: and
WHEREAS, Guilford County’s 312 licensed early care and education facilities employ over 2000 early care and education professionals; and
WHEREAS, high-quality early childhood education depends on high-quality early childhood educators who ensure that children, supported by families, have the early experience they need for a strong foundation; and
WHEREAS, these high-quality early childhood educators make a lasting impact on the lives of the children and families of Guilford County and deserve thanks and recognition; and
WHEREAS, in a show of unity, we participate in a county-wide spirit week and support a Get Green initiative to wear green and a sticker of advocacy stating. “I am at work today thanks to an early childhood educator” across all sectors; and
WHEREAS, Guilford County recognizes and celebrates the critical investments the people, organizations, and programs committed to providing high-quality early childhood education and services to the families of our community make; and
WHEREAS, the Guilford County Partnership for Children, a hub for early childhood education in Guilford County, is celebrating its 30th year of supporting young children, their families and early childhood educators.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Guilford County Board of Commissioners do hereby proclaim April 2026 as “MONTH OF THE YOUNG CHILD” and April 11-17, 2026 as “WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD” in Guilford County and commend its observance to all residents.
ADOPTED this 2nd day of April, 2026.
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REQUESTED ACTION
Requested Action
Proclaim April 2026 as "Month of the Young Child" and April 11-17, 2026 as "Week of the Young Child" in Guilford County.
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