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💡 #DidYouKnow that, unlike free K-12 public education, early childhood education and pre-K programs are funded by a mix of local, federal, and state programs that allow them to be free for low-income families. 💡 That includes: ➡️ federally funded Head Start programs, ➡️ state-funded pre-K in public schools, ➡️ state-funded child care center seats, and ➡️ New Orleans’ newly expanded City Seats program funded through a new voter-approved tax millage.

Nebraskans care about ALL children across our state—and they want quality, affordable early childhood education to be a priority. See the results from a recent We Care for Kids voter survey at the link: https://lnkd.in/grmtFSeu

My latest newsletter highlights the differences between the two education agendas. One invests in children, teachers, and public schools and the other is about "organized abandonment."

The greatest cost driver in high-quality preschool education programs is labor. Wages and benefits comprise up to 80% of cost. This insight highlights the critical need for conversations about adequate and fair compensation to address the budget implications. Compensation impacts quality, educator moral and retention, and program success. Learn more about supporting early childhood educators: https://lnkd.in/eyX2nxKG GG Weisenfeld Karin Garver Erin Harmeyer Funded by: Home Grown #FCC #EarlyChildhoodEducation #QualityPrograms

Pre-K education in America is at a turning point, write the authors from the National Institute for Early Education Research. In their 2023 State of Preschool report, they analyze the complicated landscape we find ourselves in: more states have expanded early education, but pandemic relief funds that made much of this expansion possible is drying up. How can we make sure that pre-K is widely available and high quality as we move forward? #prek #pandemicrelief #ece https://lnkd.in/eFjxEhYU

STATE OF THE STATE - EDUCATION We support Governor Kathy Hochul's commitment to evidence-based teaching practices as a way of strengthening literacy. It's also important to remember that literacy begins before children even start to read. Making sure every child gets a strong start in their education also requires investments in Pre-Kindergarten education. The funding formula for Pre-K needs adjusting. Without it, districts that were early adopters of Universal Pre-K won't be able to keep up with inflation and rising costs and children who benefit the most from Pre-K will lose out. Learn more in our policy brief on how to fund Universal Pre-K education at https://lnkd.in/esspdUC9

Navigating the intricacies of child support can be a labyrinthine task in itself, yet for many in New York City, the expenses don’t end with the basics. Parents must grapple with the additional costs of their child’s education, which can far exceed traditional support needs. Here's everything you should know: https://zurl.co/GoRx

The state of preschool in America is at a crucial moment. While some states have committed to publicly funded preschool education, the number of children enrolled in state-funded preschool is still lower than it was before the pandemic. Inadequate funding is a near-universal problem, and many states fall short of meeting most of the benchmarks for quality policies. The future hinges on whether or not states will increase funding enough to keep promises regarding program expansion and quality, including adequate pay for the workforce. Read the report: https://lnkd.in/emqpFQxf #preschool

📈 State spending on preschool has surpassed $11.73 billion, demonstrating a significant investment in early education. With per-child spending exceeding $7000, there's clear momentum towards providing quality preschool for every child. Dive into the '23 State of Pre-k Yearbook: https://lnkd.in/emqpFQxf #EarlyEducation #StateofPreK #EducationEquality