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January 25, 2018

Advocacy: 2019–2020 Trying Together Public Policy Agenda

2019-2020 Trying Together Public Policy Agenda

Do What’s Best for Children

  • Advance the use of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) in teaching and learning.
  • Acknowledge child development in setting expectations and responding to behaviors.
  • Make inclusive, diverse, culturally-responsive early childhood environments the norm.
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Invest Adequately

  • Increase access to high quality pre-kindergarten (pre-k) programs.
  • Increase access to high-quality infant and toddler care.
  • Elevate the early care and education profession.
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Enhance Quality

  • Ensure continuous high-quality early learning experiences in school districts serving children from birth through grade four.
  • Augment quality in school-age child care and out-of-school time programs.
  • Expand maintenance and availability of data that informs access, affordability, equity, and quality.
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Access and Support

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