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Thousands of Texas families are waiting for help paying for childcare — and the list is growing

The number of Texas families waiting for financial assistance to help pay for childcare has grown drastically in recent years.

Fort Worth council member owes Texas up to $1M, mismanaged food program: lawsuit

A ministry overseen by pastor and Fort Worth City Council member Chris Nettles is being sued by the state after officials alleged his ministry misused federal food program funding and owes more than $700,000 to the state.

What do the two Tarrant County Head Start providers think of the proposed federal changes?

Area leaders within the early education space expressed a range of concern or tepid excitement about the federal government’s plan to restructure the Head Start program.

New federal proposal would give Texas more control over Head Start

As the Trump administration considers a major overhaul of Head Start, Texas child care advocates say the state’s system isn’t equipped to take their place.

Educational First Steps Luncheon

Luncheon co-chair, Katie Rose, talks with Paige Ellenberger and Steve Noviello about the upcoming luncheon organized by the non-profit, Educational First Steps.

Scenes From Educational First Steps Gala Featuring President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush

The event helped raise $1 million to expand high-quality early childhood education across the region.

Million-dollar event boosts work in early childhood education

Educational First Steps supports childcare centers and educators to ensure children are kindergarten-ready

Educational First Steps Gala Raises Historic $1 Million with Unforgettable Conversation Featuring President George W. Bush and First Lady Mrs. Laura Bush

Educational First Steps (EFS) achieved a historic milestone at its 2025 Annual Gala on February 18 at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, raising over $1 million to expand high-quality early childhood education across North Texas.

Reading decline results prove intervention needs to come earlier

We have evidence-based solutions, but bold action is required from policymakers.