Despite challenges, child care looks to innovate in North Dakota

Jamestown high school student Larkin Kleven escorts Eddie Ranum in his ‘Cars’ costume at the Little Blue Jays Nest as she works toward credit for her Child Development Associate certification. Photo provided by Teresa Olson.

Jamestown high school student Larkin Kleven escorts Eddie Ranum in his ‘Cars’ costume at the Little Blue Jays Nest as she works toward credit for her Child Development Associate certification. Photo provided by Teresa Olson.

Increased collaboration could help address persistent issuesAddressing child care staffing shortfalls, affordability, availability and quality has long been a challenge across North Dakota.Workers can be hard to find, must complete proper training and vetting, and are often underpaid.Care prices continue to climb. Average annual costs for infant care in North Dakot...

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