Kentucky Governors Office of Early Childhood

The Kentucky Governor’s Office of Early Childhood (GOEC) is a state government office located in Frankfort, Kentucky. It employs 7 people and generates an annual revenue of $2.5 million. The GOEC and the Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC) focus on promoting a vision for Kentucky's early childhood system and advocating for higher quality early childhood services. Their efforts aim to increase the number of Kentucky children who enter kindergarten prepared for success in school and life. To achieve these goals, the GOEC and ECAC collaborate with various state agencies, including the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), and the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet (EWDC). They work with these organizations and local groups to enhance the quality of early childhood programs, strengthen the early childhood workforce, provide support for families, and expand the use of early childhood data. For more information about the Kentucky Governor’s Office of Early Childhood, visit their website at kidsnow.ky.gov.