Alert: Beginning July 1, 2018, the Department of Early Learning will become the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF). After June 30, 2018, this website will no longer be updated. For the latest information on early learning, visit the DCYF website at www.dcyf.wa.gov.

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Vision and Mission

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At the Department of Early Learning (DEL), we work to help children in Washington prepare for success in school and life. 


 


DEL vision: Children in Washington start kindergarten healthy, capable, and confident in their ability to learn and succeed. 


 


DEL mission: DEL offers voluntary, comprehensive, high-quality early learning programs and support to families and early learning professionals.


Strategic Plan


    Our four strategic goals:


    1. Provide voluntary, high-quality early learning opportunities for children and families in Washington

    2. Support all early learning professionals with research-based professional development and resources to ensure high-quality early learning opportunities

    3. Build public awareness of and support for high-quality early learning opportunities

    4. Promote system excellence by ensuring DEL is well-managed and supportive of its employees

    2015-2018 Strategic Plan Details: