The impact of childcare on the workforce will be discussed at this month’s Women in Networking Chautauqua program. The program, hosted by the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Jamestown Community College, is for business owners and … [Read more...]
Sen. Gillibrand Announces Bipartisan Legislation to Address Child Care Shortage
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has announced bipartisan legislation to address the nationwide shortage of affordable child care. Nearly two-thirds of New Yorkers live in communities that lack adequate access to child care, a share higher than in … [Read more...]
NYS Launches Digital Portal To Make Child Care More Accessible
A new digital portal has launched aimed at making free or low-cost child care more accessible in New York State. The portal can be found at ny.gov/childcare. Governor Kathy Hochul said the state’s new digital portal makes it easier for families … [Read more...]
Additional Child Care Spots Becoming Available at JCC
Jamestown Community College has been awarded funding to increase the number of spots available at its campus child care center. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the availability of 200 more spots at 12 high-demand SUNY campus child care centers. … [Read more...]
Jamestown Community College to Receive Funding to Expand Child Care Access
Jamestown Community College is set to receive state funding to expand child care access. Governor Kathy Hochul announced $10.8 million to address child care deserts across SUNY campuses. This is the second phase of a broader initiative to ensure … [Read more...]
Rep. Sempolinski Discusses Education, Child Care at Chamber Event
Congressman Joe Sempolinski answered questions about education, child care, workforce development and more at the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Congressional breakfast Friday morning. Sempolinski, addressing a crowd of about 50 people, … [Read more...]
Nearly 400,000 Children in NYS Newly Eligible for Child Care Assistance
Nearly 400,000 children in New York State are newly eligible for child care assistance. Governor Kathy Hochul and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand launched a statewide campaign Tuesday to ensure eligible families access expanded child care … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Highlights $125 Million Investment in Early Childhood Education, Childcare
Governor Kathy Hochul is highlighting a $125 million investment in early childhood education as part of the 2023 state budget. The enacted budget uses the investment to expand access to full-day pre-K for four-year-old children, creating … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Announces $2 Billion in Child Care Assistance
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the largest investment in child care subsidies in New York State history will be distributed. New York State will distribute $2 billion to increase the number of families receiving child care financial … [Read more...]
SUNY Fredonia to Receive Funding for Child Care Center
SUNY Fredonia is among other SUNY campuses receiving funding for a child care center. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the initiative, which includes the distribution of $4.5 million in federal and state funding. The monies will support current … [Read more...]
