Chapin recognized by Early Childhood Alliance

State Rep. Clark Chapin (R-New Milford) today was recognized as a ‘children’s champion’ for his legislative efforts on behalf of children by the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance. Rep. Chapin received his award at a ceremony at the state Capitol in Hartford.

“I’d like to thank the alliance for this humbling honor,” said Rep. Chapin. “As legislators, we are often on the front lines of issues that impact early childhood education. It is paramount that we support as many initiatives as we can to help the cause.”

Rep. Chapin was nominated for the award by Children’s Center of New Milford Director Mary Burnham, who praised him for, among other things, his responsiveness to the needs of facilities like the one she operates in New Milford.

“Clark has always been supportive of our needs,” said Burnham. “For instance, whenever I have had questions about bills that might have an impact on our program, he has been responsive.” 

The alliance recognized Chapin and some of his colleagues for “their commitment to improving the educational, health and emotional well-being of young children in the state of Connecticut.”