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Early Education Division


Provides leadership and support to contractors and the child development community, ensuring high quality early education programs are provided to children ages birth to 13 years.

Stephen Propheter, Director

Phone: 916-322-6233
Fax: 916-323-6853


The Early Education Division is part of the Opportunities for All Branch.

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Early Education
Resources and information for child development contractors, families, and community members regarding child development programs funded by the state.

Questions:   Early Education Division | 916-322-6233
Last Reviewed: Friday, November 18, 2022
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