14-4-206. Parental education and public awareness.
(a) The department shall develop and distribute materials to:
(i) Promote knowledge of the quality child care system;
(ii) Promote an understanding of the benefits that accrue to children, families and communities from quality child care programs, as based upon the latest findings in research reports and studies;
(iii) Promote the advantages of parents personally providing care for their own children whenever possible;
(iv) Promote parent involvement in their child's development and provide information and activities to parents or caretakers to promote early childhood learning and development at home;
(v) Emphasize the importance of parental responsibility and the involvement of the family in quality early childhood development; and
(vi) Inform parents about choices available in childcare programs and how to choose an appropriate child caring facility.