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New Report: When Degree Programs for Pre-K Teachers Go Online
Online degree programs have emerged as one way to create a more flexible and accessible pathway for pre-K teachers to obtain a degree.
Signs of a Bright Future for Georgia’s Pre-K Students
The most recent analysis of Georgia’s pre-K program shows gains persist through first grade.
How EarlyEdU Alliance is Increasing Access to Higher Ed Programs for ECE Teachers
The EarlyEdU Alliance seeks to increase access to high-quality bachelor’s degrees in early childhood education.
Cultivating the Young Artist Builds Skills for Success
New Report Shares Lessons on Pre-K Teacher Compensation Parity Policies
Two New Surveys of Parents Come with Surprises for Early Ed
New Reports Outline Early Learning Policies for Dual Language Learners
The Migration Policy Institute (MPI) published new reports taking stock of early learning policies for DLLs.
How to Show Appreciation This Principals Month? Empower Them to Lead Our Youngest Learners
October is National Principals Month and it’s an opportunity to acknowledge the hard work of these too often overlooked professionals.
Rethinking the Word Gap
A new study finds word gap acceptance among teachers has consequences for low-income Latinx students.
‘We Knew We Had to Grow Our Own’
The Fresno Teacher Residency Program is a joint effort between Fresno Unified School District and Fresno State University.
A Survey of Programs Using Digital-Age Approaches to Family Engagement & Early Learning
We invite family engagement and early learning program leaders to fill out our survey. Results will be published publicly next Spring.
Public Libraries: Untapped Resource for Schools?
Unpacking a new study of public libraries, including how they work with families and help develop digital literacy skills
When Playing is Learning: What Pre-K Looks Like at KIPP
A recent study found promising results for KIPP pre-K students. We visited KIPP DC to see for ourselves.
Transforming the Early Childhood Workforce Will Take a Village
Policy and advocacy organizations have made a public commitment to work collaboratively to improve the early care and education workforce.