Changing childcare offerings at community colleges

For parenting students, accessible childcare can be a lifeline and a necessity in order to stay in college. While many community colleges provide childcare on campus, some work with community partners to connect students to off-campus childcare.

Other colleges have made the difficult decision to shut down their childcare centers.

In June, Washington’s Everett Community College (EvCC) closed down its on-campus Early Learning Center (ELC). It was a contentious decision in the community, but for EVCC President Chemene Crawford, it was the only right decision.