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EEC reports licensed capacity gains and workforce improvements under Commonwealth Cares for Children
Summary
EEC staff presented data showing licensed program and seat growth since the pandemic, pay increases for educators and reduced turnover; C3 funds were reported as a major driver of stability and workforce gains.
EEC staff reported to the Board of Early Education and Care that the Commonwealth Cares for Children (C3) stabilization program is associated with increased licensed capacity, higher educator pay and lower turnover compared with pandemic peaks.
Jocelyn Dow and colleagues said licensed program counts are about 5% above pre‑pandemic levels and the department has seen a net increase of more than 17,000 licensed seats in the last two years. Ashley…
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