First Things First invests in proven programs and innovative strategies that help prepare children for success in school and later in life. This First Things First Strategy Toolkit provides detailed information on all our strategies currently implemented through regional and state program funding and partnerships.
Intended Use
The Strategy Toolkit is intended to support FTF regional partnership councils, the statewide Board, grant partners and the many other early childhood system partners in strategic planning, developing and implementing programs, and other collaborative efforts to produce measurable outcomes for young children in Arizona.
All documents included in the toolkit are for State Fiscal Year 2023. Current grant partners can find documents for State Fiscal Year 2022 by going to our Partner Grant Management System (PGMS). If you are not a grant partner and are looking for information on our strategies as it relates to State Fiscal Year 2022 or previous state fiscal years, please contact Patty Bolding at pbolding@firstthingsfirst.org.
Quality and Access
High-quality early learning leads to many positive outcomes in life, including increased educational attainment, healthier lifestyles, and more successful careers.
Children’s Health
Ensuring that children have a healthy start to life requires the support of family members, early childhood professionals and systems to strengthen foundations.
Professional Development
Early care and education practitioners who have the skills and knowledge to work with young children are crucial to providing quality early care and education.
Family Support and Literacy
When families have the information, services and support they need, they can help their children achieve their fullest potential.
Evaluation
Measuring effectiveness and promoting continuous quality improvement rely on robust accurate data.
Community Awareness
We all have a shared responsibility to help children arrive at school prepared to succeed.