Our vision is that Kansas is a place where all children have their needs met and have access to quality early childhood care and education, so they are prepared to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.
Our mission is to build a solid foundation for Kansas children and families, with a strongly aligned and coordinated early childhood system in place. The All In For Kansas Kids Strategic Plan guides our state’s efforts toward building a better future for every Kansas child.
The more we work together, the more we can do to ensure every child thrives. All In For Kansas Kids is a proud example of strong collaboration between four state agencies and countless organizations committed to building a better future for our children.
The Kansas Children’s Cabinet and Trust Fund is the designated Kansas Early Childhood Advisory Council. The Kansas Children’s Cabinet coordinates and provides oversight for early childhood systems building, including implementation of the strategic plan. The Kansas Children’s Cabinet Board is made up of individuals appointed by the governor and the Kansas legislature.
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment serves to safeguard all Kansas children and their mothers by ensuring they are cared for in safe and supportive environments. The department leads the work to ensure children with special health care needs receive the support they deserve.
The Kansas Department for Children and Families works to ensure the well-being of children by helping families access quality child care and other services and support providers and communities to strengthen their programs and services. This department is the lead agency for the Child Care and Development Fund.
The Kansas State Department of Education provides leadership, resources, support and accountability to the state’s K-12 education system. This agency works to ensure all Kansas children receive a quality education and are ready for kindergarten.
The future of our state rests in the hands of our children, so we recognize the critical importance of providing a strong start in life. It’s up to all of us. If you would like to help shape the direction of early childhood in Kansas, there are many ways to get involved!
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