Welcome to Thurston Early Childhood Coalition
Working together to build and support high quality early care and educational environments for Thurston County children and their families caregivers.
Who we are
The Thurston Early Childhood Coalition (TECC) is a collaborative group of agencies and individuals in Thurston County, Washington dedicated to providing the tools and support children, parents, caregivers and educators need to ensure that our youngest children are given the strongest foundation in life.
Thurston County, along with Grays Harbor, Mason, Lewis and North Pacific make up the regional early learning coalition, Visions For Early Learning (VEL). Washington Communities for Children (WCFC) is made up of ten regions, each serving their respective counties.
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Trusted partners include early learning providers, social service agencies, early intervention services, child welfare organizations, libraries, school districts, public health agencies, families, and many others.
get involved
Getting involved with TECC offers multiple pathways to support and strengthen early learning in our community. For those interested in staying informed and sharing insights, you can receive and contribute to our monthly newsletter, which features local updates, resources, and opportunities relevant to early childhood.
If you’re ready to participate more actively, consider joining a short-term planning workgroup, where we focus on specific projects or initiatives that impact young children and families.
Additionally, we welcome community members and organizations to give a presentation or "community spotlight" at our monthly membership meetings, sharing expertise, services, or success stories with our diverse network.
