TERRE HAUTE, IND. – This morning, local regional partners and stakeholders gathered to celebrate the launch of the Grow Up IN West Central Indiana strategic plan, a collaborative effort aimed at enhancing early childhood education and child care across the region. Funded by the Lilly Endowment, Inc.'s College and Community Collaboration grant, the initiative was led by Indiana State University and Ivy Tech Terre Haute, with significant involvement from the West Central Indiana Partnership under the Chamber, which will oversee its implementation.
The press conference highlighted the Plan's successful completion and its mission to bolster employers, families, and child care providers in the counties of Clay, Parke, Putnam, Sullivan, Vermillion, and Vigo. The plan sets a strategic path forward for early learning and childhood development in the region. "This strategic plan represents a significant step forward for our community. By focusing on early childhood education and support, we are laying a strong foundation for the future success of our children and our region as a whole", stated Nancy Rogers, Vice President for University Engagement at Indiana State University. The launch event showcased the Plan’s key recommendations, which include:
Lea Anne Crooks, Chancellor of Ivy Tech Terre Haute, added, "The collaboration and commitment seen throughout this planning process have been truly inspiring. This plan will not only support families and educators but also create a thriving environment for our workforce and community at large." To read the plan and learn more please click here.
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