Early Teaching Helps Children Later

September 21, 2011

With the recent decision to consolidate our schools, as well as an influx of money from the Gates Foundation and the federal government's Race to the Top, this should be a pivotal moment for our community. However, the Urban Child Institute recently published the 2011 Data Book: The State of Children in Memphis and Shelby County, which offers frightening evidence of the growing number of children in Memphis and Shelby County who are not ready to enter kindergarten.

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Supporting School Readiness Through Early Childhood Policy

September 16, 2011

School readiness is a strong predictor of later education, health, and adult achievement. Children’s earliest experiences contribute to their kindergarten readiness. High-quality early childhood care and education supports children’s brain development and school readiness. In Memphis, many children do not have access to high-quality early programs and struggle when they reach kindergarten.

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