Hilda Santiago with David M. Nee (left), Executive Director, William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund and
George Hensinger, CT Parent Power during the CT Early Childhood Alliance award presentation at the State Capitol June 3, 2013.
June 4, 2013
State Rep. Hilda Santiago was honored by the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance, a statewide membership and advocacy organization committed to improving developmental outcomes in the areas of learning, health, safety and economic security for children ages birth through eight.
Hilda Santiago with David M. Nee (left), Executive Director, William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund and
George Hensinger, CT Parent Power during the CT Early Childhood Alliance award presentation at the State Capitol June 3, 2013.
“The legislators we chose to honor as Children’s Champions put young children front and center as they shape policy and engage with early childhood advocates to create the most effective early childhood policy for our state,” said Maggie Adair, Executive Director of the CT Early Childhood Alliance.
That early childhood system is outlined in House Bill 6359, which is currently making its way through the legislative process.
“I am happy that I was recognized, along with some of my colleagues, with this award,” Rep. Santiago said. “Addressing and supporting early childhood educational programs is our duty, if we want to see well-rounded young children turning into successful young adults. I commend this organization for their work, commitment and enthusiasm advocating on behalf of our precious children.”
Governor Dannel P. Malloy, along with other lawmakers, was also honored by the alliance including, Rep. Cathy Abercrombie (D-Meriden/Berlin).
Rep. Hilda Santiago is serving her first term in the state legislature. She is a member of the Human Services, Insurance and Finance, Revenue & Bonding Committees.