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Something to smile about: Dental Health Month

  • health

Parents and caregivers are the first defense in helping prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s youngest children.
Marilee Dal Pra First Things First CEO

Q&A with new FTF CEO Marilee Dal Pra

  • early childhood

In late December, Marilee Dal Pra began serving as chief executive officer of First Things First. Learn more about her experience, vision and passion for the…
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Let’s all resolve to do more for Arizona’s youngest kids

  • data & research

​​Building Bright Futures – our biennial statewide report – is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the challenges facing Arizona’s young…
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Volunteer seats open to those who want to be a voice for young kids

  • early childhood

Volunteering to serve on a First Things First regional partnership council is an opportunity to share your leadership and make a positive impact on children…
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FTF launches innovative awareness initiative with City of Surprise

  • Northwest Maricopa

​Pa​rents visiting the Surprise Resource Center with young children now have a developmentally-friendly playroom to have fun and learn more about early…
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FTF Board welcomes three new members

  • board

​​Governor Doug Ducey has nominated three outstanding community leaders to serve on the First Things First Board: Amelia Flores, Rev. Darren Hawkins and…
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Why early childhood matters to superintendents

  • early childhood

​According to a national study, 77 percent of U.S. public school superintendents say early childhood care and education has a great deal of impact on a…
Help them get there

«Help Them Get There» wins regional Emmy Award

  • early childhood

The 30-second public service announcement is part of FTF’s effort to raise awareness of the importance of early childhood.
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Green Valley Rotary Club supports early learning opportunities in their community

  • champion

When Rotary member Chad Densen shared that the Early Learning Center in his town was in need, the Valley Verde Rotary members wanted to help. For many…

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