Research shows that much of the achievement gap present in 3rd grade test scores and high school graduation rates is present before the first day of kindergarten.
The Larry King Center is committed to ensuring all children enter school ready to learn. Research shows that intervening early in a child’s life not only provides a greater likelihood of lasting impact, but also holds economic benefits.
Unlocking the Potential of a Community: The Plan for School Readiness
School readiness is not about a single program. A “Ready Child” is dependent on other systems providing the support necessary for a child’s growth. Click here to read the LKC School Readiness Plan Executive Summary and learn more about the community’s plan for school readiness.
For more about strengthening public policy to improve school readiness, visit our policy page.
For more about the research behind school readiness initiatives, visit our research page.
Learn more about how the community invests in education through the Children’s Budget (Coming Soon!)
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