This morning, I received a warm, patriotic welcome from Gordo Elementary! I spoke with the older grades about being strong students and proud Americans. I popped into a Pre-K classroom, and even our youngest Alabamians are learning what it means to be part of the USA. #alpolitics

Today, @GovernorKayIvey announced an expansion of Alabama's First Class Pre-K program, bringing the total number of classrooms to 1,528 and further expanding access to high-quality early learning opportunities for children across the state. More: https://t.co/Tt6iaOxeU2

👏: There will be 58 NEW first class Pre-K classrooms for the 2025-2026 school year. This program — the best in the nation — expands access to high-quality early learning opportunities for children statewide. Strong Students, Strong Alabama! #alpolitics https://t.co/Lo9v08Ixt5

I will be appointing Ami Brooks to lead the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education. Ami’s several years with the Department and her background as a Pre-K and kindergarten teacher make her exceptionally qualified to lead the agency. #alpolitics https://t.co/luf1kJMsic

I’m proud to announce that 55 new Pre-K through third grade classrooms will be added this upcoming school year! Strong students lead to a strong Alabama, and these learning efforts will ensure we provide the best education for all students. #alpolitics https://t.co/uALfGAdJzv

🥳: Alabama’s First Class Pre-K program is the BEST in the nation…for the 19th year in a row! The gold standard in early childhood education, this feat is a direct result of our strong commitment to giving every Alabama child a strong start. #alpolitics https://t.co/GR3PuR2T7I

✍️: SB199 is signed! Paid parental leave for state workers and teachers will be available July 1, 2025. I am grateful to Sen. Figures and Rep. Shaver for being co-sponsors and getting this bill to my desk. Alabama values families, and we value our workforce. #alpolitics

Celebrate the value of patience, the beauty of seasons, and the true essence of friendship with this hip and hilarious take on an Iroquois folktale, written by Joseph and James Bruchac with illustrations by Jeff Newman. #DollysLibrary

Happy #NewYearsEve! As of December 2024, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which includes over 2,700 local program partners, has gifted a total of 264,181,752 books since inception. Here’s to many more in 2025! 🎉 #DollysLibrary

Once again, we step into the new year with Alabama’s First Class Pre-K leading the nation. Thanks to @GovernorKayIvey, a strong foundation is being laid for our state’s youngest learners.

Together we are better! @AlabamaAchieves @HooverSchools @ALSDEOSI @AL_DECE

Today, I concluded my Back-to-School Tour at the Fort Payne Pre-K Center. Seeing these bright young students engaged in their learning is a reminder of why Alabama’s First Class Pre-K program leads the nation. Truly, I’m proud. #alpolitics

Happy #HeadStartAwarenessMonth! 🎉 Did you know Head Start programs provide life-changing early learning, health, and family support services to children and families? Join us in celebrating the amazing work of Head Start programs across the country! 🙌 #CelebratingHSAM

Alabama received millions of federal dollars to help pregnant women and families with prenatal care and postpartum support. The Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education received $8.2 million as part of the Maternal, Infant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting program.

🎉: A year ago today — on #BookLoversDay — I kicked off the statewide expansion of @dollyslibrary! This program has made steady progress across Alabama, but our work isn’t done. To enroll and learn more as it is expanded, please visit https://t.co/FzWtihNvuY. #alpolitics

It was great to be a part of the Alabama Children's Policy Conference last week. Together we are better! @AlabamaDHR @AlabamaAchieves @ALPublicHealth @ALMentalHealth @GovernorKayIvey @AlabamaFamilyRe @ALFamilyCentral @AL_DECE

Here in Alabama, we believe that strong students are key to our success. Students, as many of you return to the classroom, I want to be one of the first to cheer you on ahead of your academic year. So, let’s make this school year the best one yet! Go get ‘em! #alpolitics

👏: Alabama’s First Class Pre-K program is once again leading the nation in quality for the 18th consecutive year! We can all be proud that Alabama has set a standard of excellence by making significant investments in pre-k. #alpolitics https://t.co/Z8QpKvrlb2

Children are Alabama’s future. Today, I kicked off Operation Strolling Thunder to recognize that every child deserves a strong start in life. Alabama will continue to take the critical steps to ensure our youngest are prepared to start their lifetime of learning. #alpolitics

I am honored to have received the PROMISE Award from @NatlHeadStart in recognition of my work fighting for vulnerable children and families. No matter their zip code, every child deserves the opportunity to live their American Dream, and that starts with a quality education.