Early childhood is a time of rapid brain development when the foundations for future learning, behavior and health are laid. This week join us in celebrating our youngest residents and their amazing teachers, caregivers, families and communities who are helping them grow into the leaders of tomorrow. Governor Tim Walz has proclaimed April 11-17 the Week of the Young Child! #WOY26 #WeekOfTheYoungChild See the proclamation at mn.gov/governor/assets/04.11.26 Week of the Young Child_tcm1055-739430.pdf.