A single parent with two children needs an income of nearly $62,000 in Massachusetts just to get by, according to a new study, the 2010 Massachusetts Economic Independence Index by the Crittenton Women’s Union. The major contributing factor to the higher cost of living is child care.

Rep Karen Jarmoc (D-Enfield) wrote a letter to The Enfield Press following a joint informational forum held between two committees she is a member of -- the Education and Human Services committees.

Young children learn a lot through imaginary play.

In the Race to the Top, Education Secretary Arne Duncan may be preparing to name the finalists for the first round as early as this week.

What looks like playtime to some is actually a sign of a high-quality preschool.

Research shows that the earliest years of life are the most critical in determining future earnings