Defending the Early Years (DEY) has made the difficult decision to close with operations ending on June 30, 2026.
“Shine a Light” Fundraiser Donations
Susan Hopkins donated to honor her sister, Alice Davis, on her 80th birthday. Fran Roznowski contributed in honor of Susan Hopkins.
Song to Share — Love Grows One by One
Love grows one by one, two by two and four by Four. Love grows ‘round like a circle and come back Knock’in at your front door.
Some Good News!
The House just passed the SEED Act, a bipartisan bill extending the federal educator expense tax deduction to early childhood educators.
Dear Olive Branch, May 2026
An inclusive DEI policy for early childhood holiday celebrations focuses on “learning about diverse traditions.”
“Shine a Light” Fundraiser Donation
Each year, P.E.A.C.E. conducts a fundraising campaign that supports our peacemaking work and our yearly Peace Projects.
Song to Share — Bicycle Song
This month’s song, Bicycle Song, is sung to the tune Daisy, Daisy. It was published in The Raging Grannies Songbook.
NAEYC Statement
NAEYC’s statement sets the organization’s commitment to children in crisis, spelling out what they are calling for and the science behind it.