Community Partners
December 14, 2022
The new year brings new opportunities, says State Senator-elect, Worcester native Robyn Kennedy. Elected by First Worcester District voters to fill the seat of retiring State Senator Harriet Chandler, Kennedy is eager to tackle complex issues. In the wake of the pandemic, she believes Massachusetts...
December 7, 2022
It’s not big news to say that childcare improves academic performance through high school. It’s a logical assumption, proven by countless studies. What may surprise you is that children who attend early education and care programs enjoy greater physical and mental health… for life. Even more...
November 17, 2022
It’s not often an early childhood program has the opportunity to create a facility wholly designed to support young children and families. But the Guild of St. Agnes always responds to community needs, right down to its convenient new location. “We heard from Worcester State University about their...
November 10, 2022
Dear Local and Statewide Elected Officials: Congratulations on your victory November 8th. We appreciate your commitment to serving our community. We’ve been celebrating with you. Now, the work begins. Tackle these five tasks and voters of all ages will benefit. Task #1: Get schooled in the...
October 4, 2022
For parents and caregivers who are new to Worcester or feel isolated while working from home, caring for young children can be a lonely experience. But meaningful, lasting connections are made at Playgroups offered by the Worcester Family Partnership . Bringing families together. Enhancing child...
September 29, 2022
What a day! After two years of virtual celebrations, the stars lined up for the 2022 Edward Street Day of Play Family Festival on Saturday, September 17th. The weather was amazing, children enjoyed play-based learning activities, and families connected and reconnected with neighbors, friends, and...
September 20, 2022
Anne Bureau (Worcester Community Action Council) , Dodi Swope (Together For Kids Coalition) and Eve Gilmore (Edward Street) penned an article about the short supply and high demand for infant formula. The United Way Of Massachusetts, in partnership with Edward Street and Together For Kids Coalition...
September 14, 2022
How sweet it is! After two years of virtual festivals, Edward Street’s Day of Play Family Festival returns to Elm Park on Saturday, September 17th, 11AM-4PM . (The rain date is Sunday, September 18th.) Join us as we celebrate children and families and the organizations that support them. Free to...
September 9, 2022
Worcester’s 11th annual Day of Play Family Festival is Saturday, September 17th from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm at Elm Park. (Rain date: September 18th.) Join the fun and experience more than 40 free activities and performances. “Day of Play connects children and families to the joy of playing and learning...
August 23, 2022
When the school day ends, a whole new world of learning opens up for Worcester youth. Woo-Labs isn’t your grandparents’ after school experience. Developed by the Worcester Education Equity Roundtable, an initiative of the Worcester Education Collaborative, in partnership with Edward Street and out-...
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