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Maternal and child health program gives Tohono O’odham families tools to help children’s healthy development

January 31, 2024
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The First Things First Tohono O’odham Nation Regional Partnership Council funds the Family Support Coordination Strategy, which links families with resources ranging from early childhood health to food security and support for parents… Read More

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First Things First in conversation with Miss Tohono O’odham Nation

11/14/2022
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First Things First spoke with Miss Tohono O’odham Nation Mazey Ortega about the importance of quality early childhood experiences.

The Native American Advancement Foundation is the 2022 Tohono O’odham Nation Champion

7/19/2022
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The Native American Advancement Foundation (NAAF) has been selected as the 2022 First Things First Tohono O’odham Nation Region Champion for Young…

New regional council members share expertise and passion

7/8/2022
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There are 36 new regional partnership council members joining the more than 250 dedicated community members across Arizona.

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Expanding child care options in Arizona one center at a time

4/27/2022
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In recent years, across Arizona, FTF has supported expanded child care options through direct funding and collaborating on ideas.

Professional development program through Tohono O’odham Community College helps teachers get…

10/28/2021
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The FTF Tohono O’odham Nation Regional Council funds the United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona’s Great Expectations for Teachers, Children and Families…

Dr. Elizabeth Van Dyne is the 2021 Tohono O’odham Nation Champion

8/5/2021
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Dr. Elizabeth Van Dyne has been selected as the 2021 First Things First Tohono O’odham Nation Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local…

Professional development program helps Tohono O’odham teacher achieve unique experiences for…

12/21/2020
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The professional development program is designed to strengthen knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and how young kids learn.

Deidre Ortega is the 2020 Tohono O’odham Nation Region Champion

6/3/2020
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Deidre Ortega has been selected as the 2020 First Things First Tohono O’odham Nation Region Champion for Young Children.The award is given to local champions…

Tohono O’odham Nation elder finds joy in guiding and shaping young children

11/15/2019
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The path to earning two college degrees was not a simple one for Juan, whose career in early childhood education on the Tohono O’odham Nation spans more than…

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