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Early Learning

 

A Look at Early Learning

 Scientific and neuroscience studies provide mounting evidence that in children’s first few years of life (ages 0-5), their intellect and emotions are permanently shaped.  High-quality programs for children ages birth to 5 not only prepare children to succeed in school but also reduce crime later and improve tomorrow’s workforce. 

Click on the links below to learn more about Early Learning. 

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Report by Paul Headlee of the Legislative Services Office, 1/12/09

 

 

IVC Early Learning Forum: The Economics of Investing Early

September 4, 2008,

8:15 AM - 12:00 PM

Owyhee Plaza Hotel , Boise

 

 

 

"An Inventory of Government-Funded
Early Childhood Development and
Education Programs in Idaho" (pdf)

 

 

Meeting Documents

News Release (pdf)

Agenda (pdf)

Keynote Speaker: Karen Crompton - - - - "Policy Matters: The Utah Experience" PowerPoint presentation (pdf)

Dr. Julie Wall - KIDS COUNT research presentation - "How Do We Achieve Quality?" PowerPoint presentation (pdf)

RS18070 - Draft Legislation for Blue Ribbon Committee

Letter from Chairmen Nonini & Goedde to LSO requesting research

IVC's 2008 - 2009 Policy Goals & Priorities

Unanswered Questions for Speakers and Panelists of the Forum

 

 

Early Learning Fact Sheet (2008) Investing Early is Smart Economics