Ready to learn because their social, emotional and cognitive development is on track; Able to focus in the classroom; Able to transition from one activity to the next; Able to recognize letters and numbers, putting them on the path of a lifetime of literacy and reading; Make third-grade proficiency benchmarks, an important indicator of high school graduation WHAT ARE HUBS? Early Learning Hubs in 16 regions across Oregon are getting cross-sector partners to work together to create local systems that are aligned, coordinated, and family-centered. Families receive the support they need to become healthy, stable and attached and their children receive the early learning experiences they need to thrive.