Attendance declines and interruptions to instruction and care have led to a rise in behavioral issues and growing gaps in literacy and math for young children. Given these challenges, the transition into kindergarten has come into focus as…
Early Education (P-3)
ME, MS, UT, WV
Students & Families, Transitions
Teachers are the most influential of in-school factors that affect student achievement. Thus, if states are looking to improve instruction in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), they can start by developing…
April 20, 2021
Policy Report
Early Education (P-3)
AR, IA, ID, MD, OH, TN, UT
STEM/STEAM, Students & Families, Teachers & Leaders, Transitions
Governing early care and education systems is complex, with multiple agencies overseeing several programs (e.g., home visiting, child care, state pre-K, individuals with disabilities, preschool development grants and more). These…
November 10, 2020
50-State Comparison
Early Education (P-3)
Nationwide
Governance
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November 10, 2020
Individual State Profile
Early Education (P-3)
Nationwide
Governance
Following a high-quality early care and pre-K experience, the kindergarten-through-third-grade years set the foundation upon which future learning builds; and strengthening this continuum creates opportunities for later success. Key components…
September 28, 2020
50-State Comparison
Early Education (P-3)
Nationwide
Assessment, Attendance, Standards & Curriculum, Teachers & Leaders