Meet Ladye Franklin, a dedicated School Readiness Specialist with United Way’s Success By 6 program. With over 40 years in early childhood education, she’s transforming preschool classrooms by supporting teachers, providing resources, and ensuring children are prepared for kindergarten….
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State and local leaders in education recently discussed problems and solutions for students and school systems during the second annual “Meeting of the Minds” event at Lawson State Community College…
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Members of the J. Mason Davis Leadership Society (JMDLS) are doing their part to support early learning through high-quality childcare in our community. As a donor society of United Way…
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Drowning is one of the most common causes of accidental death among children in the United States. And, in 2022, Alabama ranked sixth in the nation for children drowning. That…
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Across Central Alabama, there are fewer than five childcare centers for every 1,000 children age 5 and under. United Way of Central Alabama’s (UWCA) Bold Goals Coalition is working to change that….
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Mayor Jared “Bubba” Cagle is proud to see new life breathed into the former Parrish High School in his town. The school was closed at the end of the 2013-14…
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Let there be light. Inside what used to be three dimly lit storage rooms at the former North Highland School in Jasper, two girls sit reading books in a totally transformed space designed for early learning. It’s now the largest classroom in the building with room for up to 18 children….
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UWCA’s Young Philanthropists Society made a significant impact by assembling backpacks with essential school supplies for students in need. …
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It’s not always easy to hold the attention of kids in a classroom. But child advocacy workers from Blount County Children’s Center (BCCC) are committed to getting their message across….
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Lucinda Armstrong and Emily Herring shed light on the critical role of schools in supporting youth mental health during a recent panel for United Way’s Young Philanthropists Society. …
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Discover the incredible journey of The Riley Center, a cornerstone of Birmingham’s Riley-Travellick neighborhood for over a century. From its humble beginnings in 1903 to its pivotal role today, The Riley Center has continuously evolved to meet the needs of its community. Dive into the heartwarming stories of long-time visitors like Leila Hubbard, who has found a second home at the center for nearly 45 years. Learn how this historic institution remains a beacon of support, socialization, and education….
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United Way of Central Alabama’s Bold Goals Coalition recently secured a $2.5 million federal grant to expand its Community Schools strategy in partnership with Fairfield City Schools….
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