January 31st, 2012

SEATTLE TIMES: Our children deserve our best

On January 19, 2012, the Seattle Times published a letter-to-the editor by America's Edge member, Kevin Washington (Chair, Education Committee, Tabor 100) which commended State Sen. Steve Litzow and Rep. Eric Pettigrew "for their bipartisan leadership by advancing meaningful reforms that will improve student learning and teacher quality" in Washington state. Click here to read the full letter.
January 23rd, 2012

THE OLYMPIAN – Early learning is key to success in life

On January 18, 2012, the Olympian published a letter-to-the-editor authored by America's Edge member,  Gene Weaver, which highlighted the skills gap in Washington state, and the long-terms solutions of high-quality early learning programs. Click here to read the full letter.
January 9th, 2012

NBC BAY AREA: “Linked Learning” Becomes Law

On November 4, 2011, the NBC Bay Area news did an editorial applauding the plan to lower the drop out rate by introducing vocational training in California high schools. Click here to read the article. Watch the video below: View more videos at: http://nbcbayarea.com.
January 9th, 2012

BANGOR DAILY NEWS: Early education a sound investment

On January 6, 2012, the Bangor Daily News published an op ed jointly written by America's Edge members, Bill Miller, president of Miller's Drug Store and Dan Tremble, owner of Fairmount Market. They state: Studies have confirmed that kids participating in quality early learning programs are notably more likely to enter school with the underlying skills they need to succeed, both academically and later in the work force. Click here to read ...
January 9th, 2012

INDEPENDENT RECORD: Cheers for Head Start

On December 25, 2011, the Independent Record published a letter-to-the-editor authored by America's Edge member, Edward Mangis, Owner, Mangis Financial Services. He detailed the short- and long-term benefits of early learning, and commended the Montana congressional delegation for increasing funding in fiscal year 2012 for Head Start. Click here to read the full letter.
December 12th, 2011

ALBANY TIMES UNION: Early learning key to better outlook

On December 9, 2011, the Albany Times Union published a letter written by America's Edge member, Raymond Apy, President & CEO of Annese & Associates, Inc. He highlighted the short- and long-term benefits of early care and education to New York businesses and economy. Click here to read the full letter.
December 6th, 2011

CHICAGO BUSINESS: Wisest investment

On December 5, 2011, Chicago Business published a letter-to-the-editor by America's Edge member, Jeffrey Cribbs, managing principal of Chicago Wealth Management, Inc. In it, he highlighted the short- and long-term benefits of high-quality early care and education. Click here to read the full letter.
December 5th, 2011

MONTANA STANDARD: Key to long-term economic success is start learning early

On November 24, 2011, The Montana Standard published a letter by America's Edge member, Shane Ford, which highlighted the short-term economic benefits of early learning. Click here to read the full letter.
November 9th, 2011

PORTERVILLE RECORDER: Assemblywoman Connie Conway visits Granite Hills High School

The Porterville Recorder published an article following Asm. Conway's visit to Granite Hills High School. She was quoted as saying, "The world is so different. Kids today, it’s a different world and it is changing rapidly. It’s hard keeping up with them. That’s why something like this makes so much sense. You have a proven program". Click here to read the full article.
October 28th, 2011

MORNING SENTINEL: High rate of return from early learning programs

On October 24, 2011, the Morning Sentinel published a letter-to-the-editor authored by America’s Edge member, Jim Clair, CEO of Goold Health Systems, in response to a previous article entitled, “Early childhood programs help kids succeed, ensure Maine’s future”. Click here to read the full letter.