Members of the North Carolina Early Childhood Advisory Council are tasked with creating and sustaining a shared vision for young children and a comprehensive, integrated system of family strengthening services, according to the governor's office. The council oversees North Carolina’s Early Childhood System Building Grant issued by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Race to the Top Early Learning Challenge Grant also falls under the purview of the council.

 

"The quality of care during early childhood can often determine the level of success a person achieves later in life," Governor McCrory said in a statement. "The state of North Carolina is committed to giving parents every tool they need to make sure all of North Carolina's children start life healthy, happy and eager to learn."

 

 Many statewide childhood services may be found through a new website designed to be one-stop shopping for early childhood information. The site can be accessed at www.earlychildhood.nc.gov/. 

 

This website will serve as a portal for any North Carolinians interested in any support or services for children from birth to age 5. Information available includes Pre-Kindergarten programs, flu shots, childcare and more.

 

Executive Order 37 can be found at http://governor.nc.gov/newsroom/executive-order/20140109/executive-order-no-37-reestablishing-north-carolina-early.