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North Central Michigan College unveiled a new Early Learning Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 19.

While tuition is higher than other childcare programs, the center offers a full day of learning under the Reggio Emilia philosophy and provides staff with livable wages and benefits.

The program explores different funding models, including federal and state aid, and employer sponsorships, to demonstrate various ways to support childcare costs.

PETOSKEY — North Central Michigan College hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for its brand new Early Learning Center on Tuesday, Aug. 19.

College president David Roland Finley opened the ceremony, welcoming a group of community leaders. He said the opening of the center represents a partnership between the college,

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