Head Start funding pause would affect child development and stability, expert warns

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:07:00 -0400

If the government shutdown cuts off funding for the federal Head Start program, the consequences for children, families, and educators could be far-reaching, says a Virginia Tech expert.

Student Affairs Aspire! Awards recognize recipients' passion for progress

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:50:00 -0500

Student Affairs celebrates students and faculty or staff who exemplify the Aspirations for Student Learning through their roles at Virginia Tech.

Student's sign language journey fosters meaningful connection with toddler

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 08:30:00 -0500

Margaret Buxton, a senior childhood pre-education major, decided to learn sign language after meeting 2-year-old Bennett at Virginia Tech’s Child Development Center for Research and Learning.

Book Walk aims to promote literacy and provide childcare resources

Early Childcare Education is partnering with First Steps of the Community Foundation to host a Book Walk around the Duck Pond. For more information on Book Walks around the New River Valley, visit https://cfnrv.org/november-book-walks/

First Lady Pamela Northam visits Child Development Center for Learning and Research

First Lady Pamela Northam kicked off her Back to School Tour at the Virginia Tech Child Development Center for Learning and Research. Her visit was intended to highlight how educators are supporting Virginia children and families, adapting to challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Alumnus returns to campus with famous pig

Paul “Farmer” Minor, a class of 1970 graduate and Corps of Cadets alumnus returned to campus with his famous pig, Daisy. The pair tours the country to encourage kids to pig out on reading.

Child Development Center for Learning and Research

The mission of the Virginia Tech Child Development Center for Learning and Research (CDCLR) is to provide a model preschool program and leadership for local, state and national early childhood communities in teaching, learning and research as well as to address the service missions of the university.