Contact Information
Amy Reyes
(307) 777-7708
amy.reyes@wyo.gov
Early Learning is a critical component of a child’s education. Research has linked early intervention with both cognitive and socio-emotional gains since the early 20th century, and clearly shows that children enrolled in a form of early learning programs benefit by receiving an education before kindergarten.
Studies show that children enrolled in these programs showcase the following benefits:
- Better behavioral patterns
- Higher IQ scores when enrolling in kindergarten
- Faster learning
- Higher socio-economic outcomes later in life
- Between 1.3% to 3.5% higher income over the course of their careers
Likewise, studies show that children that are behind when they enter kindergarten tend to remain behind for their entire educational career, and even beyond. These gaps in achievement are difficult and expensive to close with K-12 education alone, and the improved earnings show that early intervention is an intelligent investment.
Early Childhood Care and Education
Early childhood care and education (ECCE) is more than preparation for primary school. It aims at the holistic development of a child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs in order to build a solid and broad foundation for lifelong learning and well-being. ECCE has the possibility to nurture caring, capable and responsible future citizens.
Did You Know
The overwhelming evidence shows that children who enter kindergarten behind are likely to remain behind throughout their educational careers and beyond. These gaps in achievement are difficult and expensive to close with K-12 education alone. We can help ensure children show up to kindergarten ready to learn by providing our youngest learners with options to access high-quality early childhood programs from ages zero to five—where they can develop the full range of skills necessary to be successful in school and life.
Early Childhood Collaborative Conference
September 28-30, 2023
Central Wyoming Community College
Riverton, Wyoming
Register
Partnering as an early childhood system to bring you a conference dedicated to a thriving and growing community that supports children throughout their early development. The conference will include sessions for educators working with infants, preschool-age, school-age, adults and leaders and much more.
Space is limited. Cost: $40. Learn more and register for this event.
Contact Amy Reyes, Early Learning Specialist at 307-777-7708 or amy.reyes@wyo.org for more details.
Read more here:
The importance of early childhood education
Benefits of Early Childhood Education
Early Literacy
- Ready4K Story Sparks
- Vooks Storybooks Brought to Life
- Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
- Topic: Beginning Reading
- Emergent and Early Literacy
- Read Together to Support Early Literacy
- Amy’s Early Literacy Practices Power Point
- Early Literacy Resources
Resources
- Best Books to Read to Your Toddler
- Child Care Center Checklist
- More Information on TANF
- WDE’s Literacy website
- LETRS
- Amy Reyes SEL Presentation
- Wyoming Early Learning Standards
- 2013 Early Learning Foundations
- 2014 WIDA English Language Development Standards – 2.5-5.5 Years
- Resources for Early Learning
- PreKinders
- KidsParkz
- How To Make A Laptop Child-Proof Or Kid-Proof
- Early Learning Guidance
- What are high quality instructional materials?