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Stepping Stones: A Report on Community Well-Being of Children and Families

The Stepping Stones Report provides trend data for a selection of measures on the well-being of children and families in the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County. Youth and family development is shaped by multiple interrelated domains. Measures in this report are presented in four sections: Education; Economic and Family Stability; Health; and School and Community Disciplinary Actions. 

In bringing together data across these domains, we can describe the experiences and environments shaping young people in our community. The goal is to create a data-informed understanding of our collective trajectory, encourage dialogue, and promote action to improve the lives of all who reside in our community.

Stepping Stones 2026 Report: Executive Summary PDF
Stepping Stones 2026 Report PDF

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Stepping Stones 2026 Report

The 2026 Stepping Stones Report focused on community well-being of families and children in Charlottesville and Albemarle
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Stepping Stones 2023 Report

Trend data for a selection of measures on the well-being of children and families in the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County.

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