Southeast Iowa Early Childhood

Every child beginning at birth will be safe, healthy, and successful.

PO Box 882

Washington IA 52353

319-461-1369

​Upcoming meetings & activities

Board of Directors

Current Projects 

Purpose

3

2

Programs

Professional Development

Quality Enhancements 

Mental Health Consultation

Family Support - Home Visitation

Preschool Scholarships

Dental Varnish & Education

Literacy ​

It's official! DHLW+M is now Southeast Iowa Early Childhood!

Effective July 1, 2026 the DHLW+M Board joined with the Children First Board to become Southeast Iowa Early Childhood. The new board covers Des Moines, Henry, Lee, Louisa, Muscatine, Van Buren, and Washington counties. DHLW+M Board will hold it's final meeting on August 18th 2026. 

Southeast Iowa Early Childhood Board
Special Meeting

August 25th 2026
5:30pm

Virtual meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89345721329?pwd=rHoferD2Er3KCqNNdNKHgVbm4yam0q.1
AGENDA


1

Vision

Every child beginning at birth will be safe, healthy, and successful.


Dr. Amanda Gerber

Matt Latcham

Tricia Lipski

Cyndi Mears - Secretary

Melody Raub - Treasurer

Kris Rankin - Chair

​Chad Reckling

Paris White

Board