Play N Learn becomes Thrivalaska.
The Alaska Early Childhood Coordinating Council (AECCC) is established to promote positive outcomes for young children.
- The early development of Learn & Grow continues:
An advisory committee comprised of early childhood stakeholders from around the state reviews the 2008 report, Alaska’s Quality Rating and Improvement System: Final Report with Recommendations for Implementation. - The Alaska Early Childhood Coordinating Council (AECCC) is established to promote positive outcomes for young children.
- thread celebrates 5 years of Book Party in the Park.
- Book Party in the Park is featured in a news article.
- Step Up for Kids: thread partnered with Stroller Strides to give away free strollers.

- The updated version of the Economic Impact of Early Care & Learning Services in Alaska booklet is released.
- Every CCR&R has a story – a booklet about thread.
- thread releases Volume 8 newsletters.
- thread releases its FY11 Annual Report.
- Donor support thank-you postcard.
- Panu Lucier, current Alaska SEED Director pictured with Alaska Senator Bettye Davis, a fierce early childhood and education advocate.


