First3Years has been working to give every child a great start since 1980. Today, we continue the tradition of supporting parents and caregivers by putting research to practice through training, mentoring, advocacy, and collaboration.
Kindergarten is too late for a lot of children. The basic and most important mental development processes that are needed to help each child read, stay in school, and stay out of prison actually happen before the age of three.
Have you registered for the July webinar series? This month we will discuss Promoting School Success through Developmental Support for Substance Exposed Newborns. Each year, an estimated 10–11% of all births are affected by prenatal alcohol or illicit drug exposure. This type of exposure has the potential to cause a wide spectrum of physical, emotional, and developmental problems for these infants. Join us as we discuss this growing epidemic as well as strategies that can used to support these children. Register at: https://first3yearstx.org/webinars
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We are pleased to announce First3Years’ 2018 IMH Advocacy Award Conference taking place in Houston on September 21st. We are honored to have Dr. Joshua Sparrow present this year’s awards. For more information or to register visit: https://first3yearstx.org/imh-advocacy-awards-conference
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Beyond Babies 2018
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First3Years is excited to announce that PNC Grow Up Great® is the 2018 Dallas and Fort Worth Food for Thought Sponsor!
PNC Grow Up Great® helps children from birth through age five develop a passion for learning that lasts a lifetime – and can help set them on a path to success
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First3Years is concerned for all the individuals and families affected by Hurricane Harvey. As the days of recovery are ahead, we have put together a list of resources that you may find helpful.
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The United Way GroundFloor awarded First3Years $100,000 to support the launch of Safe Babies Dallas County. Safe Babies is an approach that seeks to redesign foster care and child welfare by centering on the developmental and social needs of babies from birth to 36 months.
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The First3Years Board of Directors today named Sadie Funk as First3Years CEO, a new role for the organization. Ms. Funk joined First3Years in April 2013 as Executive Director and since then, has led the organization through significant growth and impact in achieving its mission to educate, advocate, and collaborate to advance healthy development of infants and toddlers.
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As June 18th is Father's Day, we would like to invite you to send us a few words about what your dad, grandfather, or father figure means to you. Just as we did for Mother's Day, we would like to honor all fathers by sharing the personal stories that warm hearts on our social media sites and website. Simply send your story and a photo to mar-comm@first3yearstx.org.
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At First3Years we know that a child's early experiences not only last a lifetime--but they can shape who they become. Parents, guardians, grandparents, aunts and uncles are often a part of that experience.
As Mother's Day approaches, we’re asking our First3Years family to share your favorite memories. Do you have a favorite memory of your mom or grandmother or the woman that played a key role in shaping who you are? Perhaps, as a grandmother, you have a favorite memory of a grandchild. Tell us about it! Email your favorite memory of your mom to mar-comm@first3yearstx.org. Your story and your photo may be selected to be featured on our web page and on social media on Mother's Day Weekend 2017.
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Our 2016 Annual Report is out! Read about last year's impact, including new and innovative programs, greater numbers reached, and financial gains.
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Jacob, a graduate from our Just Beginning program, comments on what he has learned about fatherhood and bonding with his son. Texas Can Academy staff provide testimonies on how they have seen this program benefit teen fathers. Watch here:
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Our Executive Director, Sadie Funk, wrote a piece for TribTalk titled "Separating women and children at the border would be bad for them, and for Texas".
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First3Years is saddened to hear of the passing of Liz Francis, longtime member and advocate for young children. First3Years is saddened to hear of the passing of Liz Francis, longtime member and advocate for young children. Her lovingness, compassion, and generosity will be greatly missed. Read about Liz and her caring dedication to infant mental health.
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Am I a good parent? and other questions that keep us up at night. How are parents supposed to know what really matters when it comes to being a good parent? Based on her experience and expertise, Dallas-based counselor Gaby Satarino discusses what it takes to create an extraordinary parent and child relationship.
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The Miles Foundation recently awarded a grant of $21,000 to support the work of Raising of Fort Worth – a collaboration to generate engagement and action for creating quality investments in early childhood development and education opportunities for our youngest in Fort Worth. First3Years serves as lead partner for the collaborative. We sat down with Sara Redington, Director of Communications for The Miles Foundation to learn how this support furthers the Foundation’s mission and vision.
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As we enter the giving season, we’re reaching out because we need your help to continue educating, advocating, and collaborating to ensure that every Texas infant and toddler gets a strong start in life. Please help us reach our goal of $45,000 to ensure we end the year in strength!
We’ve kicked off our first peer-to-peer fundraising campaign, and are excited to have you participate. Donate and Share!
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The 2nd Annual Property Advisers Realty, Inc., Golf Tournament benefiting First3Years raised more than $63,500 and brought out 16 teams for a round of golf on Monday, October 3, 2016. Thank you to Jerry Reis and PAR, Inc., our sponsors, contributors and players!
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My name is Jacqueline Campbell. On June 30 I was e-mailed with good news! I got a letter saying, “Congratulations, you got your endorsement!” On that day I was filled with joy.
What does getting my endorsement mean to me? I will say it means that I am working hard on what I want to do with my life. Even in high school I knew I wanted to work in childcare.
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First3Years recently invited Dr. Kate Rosenblum of the University of Michigan to the DFW area to share more about new directions and emerging research in making developmentally informed decisions in working with young children and their families. Dr. Rosenblum spoke at the 2016 First3years Annual Meeting and Conference on September 16: Promoting Positive Outcomes Across Generations, attended by more than 110 early childhood professionals.
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The 2nd annual Property Advisers Realty, Inc., Golf Tournament benefiting First3Years is Monday, October 3, at Timarron Country Club in Southlake. Thanks to a great relationship with PAR, Inc., and their belief in the importance of quality care for young children, First3Years is able to do more to educate, advocate, and collaborate to advance the healthy development of infants and toddlers.
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First3Years presents Circle of Security training to more than 60 early childhood professionals.
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According to a recent study, the early childhood education workforce is widely underpaid, undervalued, and overlooked as an important role in communities.
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First3Years welcomes new Training Manager Natalie Baerwaldt.
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First3Years recently released a study on the overwhelmingly positive impacts of reflective supervision on infant and toddler professionals.
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Since 2005, support from The Meadows Foundation has been helping First3Years protect the state’s youngest and most vulnerable population.
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First3Years Staff Interviewed on Better Living Radio Show
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First3Years is continuing their support of professionals in the Texas Home Visiting program by conducting a second round of training sessions around the state this summer.
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The North Texas Community Foundation's Rose Bradshaw and Stephanie Baker talk about their partnership with First3Years in this Funder Highlight.
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The 2016 First3Years Advocacy Awards and Conference was held May 6, 2016, at the University of Texas LBJ School of Public Affairs in Austin.
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Judge Ellen Smith of the 323rd District Juvenile Court is a Safe Babies Tarrant County advocate who sits on the Safe Babies planning board.
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First3Years Announce the Winners of the 2016 Infant Mental Health Awards
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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Karyn Purvis, our beloved colleague and friend.
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First3Years Releases 2015 Annual Report
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First3Years To Provide Training for Home Visiting Program
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Program Update: Just Beginning
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WORTH Endowment Fund at the Community Foundation of North Texas Supports Coparenting in Foster Care Pilot Program
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Partner Feature: Dr. Angela Moemeka & Children’s Health
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Volunteer Spotlight: Ashley Borthick, IMH-E® (II)
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Update from the New First3Years San Antonio Chapter President
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Endorsee Spotlight: Dr. Cindy Frosch, IMH-E® (IV)
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First3Years Receives Grant from George and Fay Young Foundation
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Discover A New Year of Training Programs from First3Years
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Many are in fight against child abuse
Star-Telegram
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Friends Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mary Greene
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10 New Online Training Courses Added!
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We celebrate the life of Susan Craven, TAIMH/First3Years' former Executive Director, and thank her for all she did for our organization. You will be missed.
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Safe Babies Tarrant County
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To Do or Not to Do: The Science Behind Having Your Baby “Cry It Out" - Sadie Funk
"New moms receive advice from everyone they meet with regards to parenting. While everyone has the best intentions in passing along their parental knowledge, it can create a web of confusion...."
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