Title: Resources for the Working Parent

Being a parent and working outside of the home can be a daunting task for even the most organized person; and sometimes learning about community resources or getting parenting advice and support is the last thing on your mind. Join Julie Kozan, director, Great Start Collaborative as she presents “Resources for the Working Parent” on Friday, April 9, 2010 during the monthly Women In Leadership–Mid-Michigan luncheon from Noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Horizons Conference Center. 

Why Should Businesses Get Involved?

Investing in early childhood does not just benefit the child, it benefits the entire community.

   • Early childhood development benefits taxpayers through reduced need for welfare assistance, increased income tax revenue, less burden on the criminal justice system and fewer children needing remedial education services.
    • Early childhood development is economic development because it improves the quality of future workforce and creates tremendous cost savings for society.
    • Studies show that high levels of education are consistent with strong economic performance. Recent research on educational performance finds that the best way to invest in human capital is to start well before children reach kindergarten.  

The mission of the Saginaw County Great Start Collaborative is to ensure that all children will enter kindergarten safe, healthy and ready to succeed in school and in life. Great Start Collaborative members are comprised of community leaders and parents who are working together to accomplish better results for young children and families in Saginaw County.