McKayla Bieser, Early Childhood Director for Plateau Valley District 50, discusses the value of early childhood education and the challenges local families face due to limited infant and toddler care. She describes the district’s program for children ages 2½ to 6, its speech, physical, occupational, and behavioral therapy services, and the transition into district kindergarten. She also explains how outreach helps families learn about available care and resources, including two free school meals each day.