Pre-K & Early Childhood
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Early ed, K-12 make plans for a government shutdown
Immediate concerns center on Head Start, Impact Aid and school meals, advocates said. A prolonged shutdown would make situations worse.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 29, 2023 -
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Boosting the early childhood workforce to boost the economy
Early education leaders call for stronger career pathways and better messaging around the child care industry’s importance in a Wednesday panel.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 28, 2023 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Stock Photo via Getty ImagesTrendlineTop 5 stories from K-12 Dive
K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage from 2023 so far as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.
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By The Numbers: Child care industry braces for potential funding cliff
About 3.2 million children will lose access to child care after this week as American Rescue Plan funds run out, The Century Foundation said.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 25, 2023 -
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Ed tech for little ones needs more testing before rollout
An Education Department Games Expo panel highlighted the importance of gauging young children's reactions to programs in development.
By Kara Arundel • Sept. 22, 2023 -
By the Numbers: How pandemic pre-K enrollment varied by race, region
Census Bureau data shows the greatest declines among Asian students and children in households with one non-working parent.
By Naaz Modan • Sept. 1, 2023 -
Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From school construction concerns to a Senate committee’s FY24 education spending proposal, what did you learn from our stories the week of July 31?
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 4, 2023 -
6 actions for closing racial gaps in schools
Strengthening early literacy, increasing instructional time and providing wraparound services are among strategies recommended by McKinsey & Co.
By Kara Arundel • July 21, 2023 -
Sponsored by Pearson
How to overcome the pandemic’s impact on today’s youngest learners
Learn five ways educators can help today's youngest learners get ahead.
July 17, 2023 -
Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From new federal registered apprenticeship programs to superintendent stressors, what did you learn from our stories the week of July 10?
By Roger Riddell • July 14, 2023 -
EPA wants stricter rules for child care centers, schools serving young children
A pre-publication notice emphasizes the risk of lead exposure to young children.
By Kara Arundel • July 13, 2023 -
Nation makes progress on early intervention for children with autism
Autism Speaks’ inaugural annual report and dashboard provide national and state data on autism-centered policies and outcomes.
By Kara Arundel • June 12, 2023 -
STAFFED UP
4 ways to tackle retention, recruitment challenges in early childhood education
Universal preschool and overall enrollment are gaining steam, but staffing issues persist.
By Anna Merod • May 31, 2023 -
Pandemic led to drop in early intervention participation
NIEER research also found young children of color who have disabilities, as well as those in lower-income states, were less likely to receive services.
By Kara Arundel • May 24, 2023 -
More young children are back in preschool
A NIEER study shows enrollment rose in 2021-22 compared to the year before, but still lags behind pre-pandemic numbers.
By Kara Arundel • May 18, 2023 -
Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From new data on the cost of housing for educators to school construction challenges, what did you learn from our stories the week of May 8?
By Roger Riddell • May 12, 2023 -
Council for Professional Recognition places equity at forefront in early educator guidance update
The nonprofit that administers the Child Development Associate credential aims for “a curriculum to help build a model world based on tolerance and inclusion.”
By Kara Arundel • March 20, 2023 -
HHS creates research, technical assistance center for early ed workforce
These professionals are among the country’s lowest-paid employees despite their specific skill set, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said.
By Kara Arundel • Feb. 6, 2023 -
Unmet child care needs put $122B strain on the economy, report finds
The teacher workforce is particularly impacted by the lack of affordable and quality child care.
By Kara Arundel • Feb. 2, 2023 -
Sponsored by Council for Professional Recognition
Manning up for men: Recruitment and retention in the early childhood field
Having diverse role models of both genders is vital for children in early education. How can we enlist more men in ECE—and ensure they stay?
Jan. 30, 2023 -
Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From new K-12 cybersecurity guidance to an expansive preschool initiative in Hawaii, what did you learn from this week's stories?
By Anna Merod • Jan. 27, 2023 -
Retrieved from The office of Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke on January 26, 2023
Hawaii outlines plan for 465 more pre-K classrooms by 2032
Large-scale early learning programs can have many benefits but there are instructional and financial considerations, says a McKinsey & Co. report.
By Kara Arundel • Jan. 26, 2023 -
Panel: Trauma of preschool suspensions, expulsions is long-lasting
Teacher, family and student supports are needed to end exclusionary discipline of young children, speakers said in a Hunt Institute webinar.
By Kara Arundel • Jan. 10, 2023 -
8 K-12 trends to watch in 2023
Academic recovery, family engagement, cyberthreats and school security concerns are among challenges coming at school leaders from all sides.
By Roger Riddell , Naaz Modan , Kara Arundel , Anna Merod • Jan. 4, 2023 -
6 strategies to help children and families ease into kindergarten
Kindergarten transitions are especially important for families whose children didn’t attend preschool or are hesitant about enrolling, one expert said.
By Elena Ferrarin • Dec. 20, 2022 -
Deep Dive
‘Tripledemic’ upends school operations, requires adjustments
Administrators share strategies on how they are working to minimize sickness and missed class time.
By Kara Arundel • Dec. 19, 2022