Based on the findings expressed in ORS 417.708, there is created the Oregon Early Childhood System. The goals of the system are to:
(1) Prevent child abuse and neglect;
(2) Improve the health and development of young children;
(3) Promote bonding and attachment in the early years of a child’s life;
(4) Support parents in providing the optimum environment for their young children;
(5) Link and integrate services and supports in the voluntary statewide early childhood system pursuant to ORS 417.728;
(6) Link and integrate services and supports in the voluntary local early childhood system pursuant to ORS 417.777;
(7) Ensure that children are entering school ready to learn; and
(8) Ensure that children receive quality child care. [2001 c.831 §4]
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