Early Childhood Education

AASB has worked with communities and stakeholders to develop Alaska-specific early childhood resources for its member programs.

Information on assessment, standards and certification for aspiring or current teachers.

developed by both the Department of Education and Early Development, Division of Teaching and Learning Support, Office of Special Education, Head Start Collaboration Office and the Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Public Assistance, Child Care Program Office.

The Alaska Head Start Association (AHSA) is dedicated to strengthening early learning programs through advocacy, education, and leadership. AHSA represents all 16 Head Start programs in Alaska, creating a unified voice and point of contact for partners and policymakers.

This professional development system is a statewide collaboration of early childhood stakeholders working towards a common goal of healthy, successful children.

A public-private partnership helping ensure all Alaska children begin school ready to succeed.

CAEPR, part of the Institute for Social and Economic Research (ISER) at UAA, strives to research topics and provide publications related to Alaska's education system.

The Center on the Developing Child is a multidisciplinary team committed to driving science-based innovation in policy and practice.

Federal Interagency Form on Child and Family Statistics

This website is a resource to share information as the updated statewide early childhood Needs Assessment and the updated Strategic Plan move forward.

Alaska Department of Education and Early Development

A list of early literacy programs and resources provided by the Alaska State Library.

The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is a professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research.

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) is the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education in the U.S. and other nations. NCES is located within the U.S. Department of Education and the Institute of Education Sciences.

The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education.

The National Head Start Association's mission is to coalesce, inspire, and support the Head Start field as a leader in early childhood development and education.

Stone Soup Group is a statewide 501(c)3 non-profit that provides information, support, training and resources to assist families caring for children with special needs.

Thread is Alaska’s Child Care Resource & Referral organization. They provide information and help to families in finding early care and education, educate child care professionals, and collaborate with communities.