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Millions of families—especially those in underserved communities—rely on family child care homes. New @PreschoolToday policy snapshots offer states actionable guidance to better include FCCs in public Pre-K systems. A smart step toward expanding quality early learning for all.…

tinyurl.com/7ujfkbx7 Join us on August 7, 2025, for “The State of Preschool: What Works and Policy Lessons Learned Over 22 Years”, featuring: -W. Steven Barnett, Ph.D. @preschooltoday -Allison Friedman-Krauss, Ph.D. @preschooltoday -Emily Laidlaw @michiganleap

We are thrilled to welcome to W. Steven Barnett, Ph.D., Senior Director of @preschooltoday , to #CAYLCatalyst ! Don’t miss it—register now to join us! 🔗tinyurl.com/7ujfkbx7

We are thrilled to welcome to Allison Friedman-Krauss, Ph.D., Associate Research Professor at @preschooltoday , to #CAYLCatalyst ! Don’t miss it—register now to join us! 🔗tinyurl.com/7ujfkbx7

Save the date: Aug 7! Join us & the @caylinstitute for “The State of Preschool: What Works & Policy Lessons Learned Over 22 Years” Hear how data from NIEER’s Yearbook has shaped pre-K policy across the U.S. Speakers from @NIEER, @MiLEAP_Ed Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Head Start A Key Element of ECE Systems In states like MS & WV, Head Start serves 1 in 5preschoolers increasing access to pre-K 10–20+ percentage points. Explore NIEER’s 2024 State of Pre-K to see how federal & state systems work together 👉 nieer.org/sites/default/…

44 states + DC fund preschool, but just 8% of 3-year-olds are enrolled. Every year matters. The U.S. must do more to support young learners. 2 years of quality PreK have larger lasting benefits than 1 year. Read: nieer.org/yearbook/2024 #3YearOldsMatter #EarlyLearning #ECE

💸 CA, NJ, NY & TX = over 50% of all state preschool funding. Great progress — but funding in many states is minimal. Has your state stepped up? 📖 Dive in: nieer.org/yearbook/2024 #EquityInECE #PreschoolAccess #StateOfPreschool

📊 States spent a record $13.6B on preschool & enrolled 111K+ more kids than the previous year. But gaps remain — many states still fall short. See how your state measures up 👇 📖nieer.org/yearbook/2024 #PreschoolMatters #EarlyEd #StateOfPreschool

State of Preschool Yearbook #22 is here. The results are historic. State-led efforts helped PreK rebound post-pandemic, but progress isn’t equal. Which states are advancing boldly? Which are falling behind? nieer.org/yearbook/2024 #StateOfPreschool #ECE #InvestInKids

🚨 Just 1 day to go! The State of Preschool 2024 Yearbook drops tomorrow with new national & state data on pre-K access, quality & funding. With federal support receding, state leadership is more vital than ever. 📊 Stay tuned! #StateOfPreschool2024 #PreKMatters #EdPolicy

The State of Preschool 2024 Yearbook is almost here. Get ready for the latest data, trends, and insights on state-funded pre-K programs across the nation. Sign up for our e-news to receive your copy. visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v…

In 2022–2023, over 80% of city-funded preschool programsdid not require assistant teachers to hold a CDA or equivalent. But in Toledo—winner of a gold medal in @CityHealth’s 2024 Pre-K Policy Assessment—assistant teachers must meet that standard. cityhealth.org/2024-assessmen…

Coming June 6, 2025: BELLE 2025 Spring Conference – Hablemos! Strengthening Dual Language Practice From inspiring keynotes to practical workshops, this event centers on boosting language development through talk, play, and reading. 📝Register now: lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/1tIdvkq

Int. Journal of Child Care & Ed Policy: Researchers in Abu Dhabi found that consistent parent-teacher communication had the biggest impact on reducing problem behaviors in kindergarteners—from sadness & distractibility to hyperactivity & arguing. ijccep.springeropen.com/articles/10.10…

🗓️ Tomorrow | April 16 at 1 PM ET Join leading early childhood experts from the Big Ten Early Learning Alliance for a can’t-miss webinar: “Parent Engagement and Partnerships in Early Childhood: Research from Across the Big Ten.” RSVP: osu.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Our “Leadership in Bloom” national conference for early childhood leaders will feature an engaging Public Policy Forum on Thursday, May 8, 2025. 🔗Learn more about the May 7-10, 2025, conference in Schaumburg, IL: cvent.me/wkeeew #LeadershipConnections #lc2025

We are excited to announce that Dr. Steven Barnett, Founding Co-Director of NIEER, will participate in the Leadership Connections 2025 Public Policy Forum as a panelist. Learn more and register today: cvent.me/wkeeew

Join the National Institute for Early Education Research on June 6 for the BELLE project's spring conference, "Hablemos!" Learn more and register today: bit.ly/42e0QhK

Investing in Pre-K = Results! ✅NJ’s 2-year program boosts long-term achievement Investing ✅AL’s pre-K investments raised NAEP math scores ✅Chicago’s Child-Parent Centers show lifelong gains But most kids lack access to programs like these. nieer.org/yearbook/2023/…