A Community Conversation: Childcare Costs & Summer Success

Experts share practical strategies to prevent summer learning loss, support social-emotional wellness, and prepare young learners for important milestones such as the transition from Pre-K to Kindergarten.

In addition, the program tackles a growing concern for many working families: the affordability and accessibility of summer childcare.

Whether you're a parent of a preschooler preparing for kindergarten, a family navigating childcare challenges, or simply looking for ways to keep your child learning over the summer, this informative conversation provides valuable resources and actionable advice to help every child start the next school year ready for success.

• Hector Bonilla, EASD Supervisor of Curriculum & Instruction
• Jennifer Hilton, EASD Director of Curriculum and Instruction
• Craig Reichl, EASD Director of Pupil Services
• Kelsey Gaspar, St. Luke's Network Community Health Initiatives Coordinator
• Katie Sames, ELL Coordinator

This program will be broadcast live from the Univest Public Media Center's Studio A, with opportunity for audience members to ask questions.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Filming begins promptly at 6:00 p.m.