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Childcare Costs Too High in North Carolina: Help is Coming

Childcare in North Carolina costs too much. The average family pays $11,720 each year for childcare. That’s more than college tuition! Families with two kids pay over $19,000 per year. That’s more than most people pay for rent.   Dr. Louis Finney Jr. leads Smart Start of Forsyth County. He says this problem affects all families, not just those with low incomes.   New Plan to Help Families The state has a new plan to fix this problem. Here’s what

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Childcare Feedback Session

Childcare providers – your expertise and feedback are needed! Join Smart Start of Forsyth County for an important discussion on current challenges, evolving family needs, and potential solutions in our childcare community. The session takes place Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 5:30-7:00 PM. Make your voice heard and help shape the future of childcare in our area. Refreshments will be provided. RSVP by April 18th. Register with Tabitha McAllister at [email protected] or call 336.813.3388.

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