Investing in our children to better our future is not a new idea, but unfortunately, it is also not our current reality as is highlighted in the powerful documentary, No Small Matter.

As a preschool director for over 20 years, I found the film’s portrayal of Early Childhood Education today to be a heart wrenching, yet accurate view of the daily challenge that parents face to provide quality care for their children. Today, parents often struggle to pay childcare costs equal to their rents and mortgages, even for sub-standard care. This is in conjunction with the undervalued field of early childhood educators, who are often referred to as glorified babysitters. Despite their financial challenges, many preschool teachers will find second sources of income in order to continue doing what they are passionate about.

At a time when cultural disparity and inequities have become front and center topics, the subject matter in this film, co-directed by Danny Alpert, Greg Jacobs, Jon Siskel, is not only incredibly timely but another reminder that we cannot continue to ignore these issues. Increasing the focus on Early Childhood through parent education opportunities and access to high-quality childcare in our most underserved communities is an investment that will not only better our children’s lives but will positively impact all of our futures. No Small Matter is more than a documentary, it is a movement that demands change and I am hoping that this is the year we begin to see that happening.

– Sandra Rojas, Director of Sand Tots Parent Participation Nursery School

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