Back injuries, slips and falls are extremely common among child care workers — creating a ripple effect of problems for the workers and the families they assist.
A new report grades the accessibility of policies for pregnant and parenting students at higher education institutions in LA County. Most schools are not passing.
In response to high preschool suspension rates, LAUP created a program to help educators working with kids with developmental delays, disabilities and behavioral needs.
The budget adds nearly 3,000 full-day slots in state preschools in the next fiscal year. It also addresses the unintended consequences of increases to the minimum wage.
The state arts agency is awarding $15 million in grants — nearly double the amount last year. For the first time, this includes support for programs for kids 0-5.
Diapers can cost around $80 per child per month, so some families end up reusing dirty diapers, or leaving wet diapers on for too long. A new bill wants to help.
