Building Better Pre-K Assessments to Support Dual Language Learners and their Educators
New America and MDRC recently hosted a webinar bringing together leading researchers and practitioners to envision new assessments for DLLs.
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The Impact of Teacher Turnover and Substitute Shortages on Young Children
For children who depend on relationships with their teachers in order to thrive, change is not happening soon enough.
California Budget Makes Key Investments in Early Education
The record high budget reflects a state economy that has recovered from the pandemic faster than anticipated
Modernizing Data Systems Matters for Integrating Early Childhood Data
Integrating data from multiple sources really matters in a fragmented system like early childhood
Working Towards More Equitable Early Childhood Assessments: A Conversation with Dr. Iheoma Iruka
This convening was part of ongoing work that aims to bolster the quality and utility of equitable pre-K assessments.
Using Assessments to Create More Equitable Early Learning Systems: What Do Pre-K Leaders Think?
Directors must support teachers in using assessments effectively in the classroom and sharing information with parents.
Expert Committee on Pre-K Curriculum is Officially Named
The committee will issue recommendations for creating “A New Vision for High Quality Pre-K Curriculum” for children ages three through five.
How States Can Support Early Educators Right Now
States and municipalities will need to step up and design the systems of early education and care that are currently lacking.
Transitioning to Kindergarten: Lessons from Nevada Communities
Our early learning system took a hard hit at the onset of the pandemic and we were eager to learn how to better support our young learners.
Democrats Propose Historic Child Care Investment Through Reconciliation
Child care is an essential industry that we need to keep our economy functioning.
Can Pre-K Assessments Support Family Engagement in Early Learning Programs? Listening to Parent Perspectives
Collecting and sharing equity-centered, asset-based assessment information with parents is an underutilized but powerful tool.
Pandemic Kindergartners Need Extra Support in First Grade
Educators are trying give children the individualized, targeted attention they need, but with staff shortages it has been difficult.
New Report: Reducing Exclusionary Discipline Practices in Early Childhood Education
We conducted listening sessions with practitioners to understand how these policies can better support educators.
Event Recap: Taking Stock and Looking Forward – Principals on K-3 Learning
School leaders reflected on the challenges, wins, and growth opportunities of the 2021-2022 school year