In response to Megan Fitzgerald’s article, I want to highlight the critical need for accessible, high-quality child care in South Carolina.
As a local child care center owner and Save the Children Action Network advocate, I see how essential child care is for children’s development and for working parents. Affordable, quality child care enables parents to maintain employment and support the state’s economy. Without it, families face tough choices that can harm their financial stability.
South Carolina urgently needs more investment in child care infrastructure, including expanded subsidies, improved care quality, and better training and compensation for providers. These steps will create a more equitable system for all families, regardless of socioeconomic status.
I urge policymakers to recognize the vital role of accessible, high-quality child care in our children’s well-being and the state’s prosperity. Let’s work together to ensure every child in South Carolina can thrive.
Mia Gentry
Boiling Springs
