by admin | Apr 23, 2025 | E8 Foundations, Health, Policy
Today, Governor Sarah Sanders signed House Bill 1252, now Act 965, into law. The measure establishes a certification process for community-based doulas and ensures reimbursement through Medicaid and private insurance. Excel by Eight is proud to have served in an...
by admin | Apr 16, 2025 | E8 Foundations, Policy
Excel by Eight applauds Governor Sanders for signing Senate Bill 148, now Act 587, into law. Act 587 enables eligible early childhood educators working in publicly funded programs to participate in the Arkansas Teacher Retirement System, a long-overdue recognition of...
by admin | Feb 17, 2025 | E8 Foundations, Policy
The 95th General Assembly of the Arkansas State Legislature is underway, and Excel by Eight is proud to have a seat at the table, advocating for the needs of young children and families across the state. Early childhood development is already a key focus, with several...
by admin | Jan 17, 2025 | Policy
For working families, quality child care is an absolute necessity. Long waitlists for child care centers mean it can take months – or even years – for families with infants and toddlers to get access to care. For many families with school-age children, finding care...
by Adena White | Aug 9, 2024 | Policy
Collaborative initiative seeks an executive director After months of behind-the-scenes planning and preparation, the Doula Alliance of Arkansas is ready to begin its collaborative effort to improve maternal health outcomes in Arkansas. The initiative aims to advance...
