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Statement On Death of Adam Toledo

We grieve the loss of Adam Toledo, a 13-year-old boy shot dead by a Chicago police officer on March 29, 2021. Adam’s death comes at a time when our nation is collectively dealing with the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former police officer facing

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Erikson Institute Announces $6 Million Dollar Gift for New Early Teaching and Learning Academy

The gift will fund the Early Teaching and Learning Academy, which will bring all of Erikson’s Professional Development (PD) expertise under one umbrella

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Inside Erikson | April 2021 Newsletter

In Chicago, April is traditionally a month when we start spending more time outdoors, reconnecting with nature, and greeting neighbors we haven’t seen during the cold winter months. This Spring, the

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Early Childhood in Illinois Takes Steps in New Direction

Erikson Institute applauds the work of the Illinois Commission on Equitable Early Childhood Education & Care Funding to envision a new path for early childhood in our state. The Commission recently

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Statement from Erikson’s Executive Team on Anti-Asian Violence

Erikson Institute mourns the tragic loss of life resulting from the shootings this week in Atlanta, which left eight people dead, six of them women of Asian-American descent. The lives of

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Families and Early Childhood Providers Prioritized in Historic American Rescue Plan

Erikson Institute applauds President Biden and Congress for prioritizing needed supports for families with young children by passing and signing the American Rescue Plan, the most recent COVID-19 relief

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Inside Erikson | March 2021 Newsletter

Did you know that March is Women’s History Month, National Social Work Month (World Social Work day is March 16!), and Child Life Month? That’s a lot to celebrate! With that in mind, we are thrilled

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Two Erikson Alum Nominated for NAEYC Governing Board Positions

Natalie V. O’Neil, MS ’03, and Ray Jaramillo, MS ’20, both in Early Childhood Education, have been nominated for Board leadership positions with The National Association for Education of Young Children

Patricia Lawson
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A Statement from Patricia Lawson, Interim President and Chief Financial Officer

On February 6, the Erikson community bid farewell to Geoffrey A. Nagle, PhD, MSW, MPH who served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Erikson Institute for over seven years. During that time

Black History Month
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Inside Erikson | February 2021 Newsletter

This month, we’ll all likely experience an array of virtual celebrations, from the Superbowl to Valentine’s Day. We will also follow the rollout of COVID vaccinations closely and remain hopeful the number

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For children with developmental differences, partnerships between parents and educators are key

Even in the best of times, being a parent – while joyful and fulfilling – is hard work. Remote learning caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has made parenting harder in general, but especially for parents

2020 Erikson Babies
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Inside Erikson | January 2021 Newsletter

2020 certainly had its fair share of changes and challenges, but we are looking forward to a new year filled with new promise. During this holiday season, we hope you were able to take time to recharge

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