Latest Early childhood education News

Early childhood development nonprofit Brilliant Detroit set to expand nationally

Sep. 12, 2024 09:09 AM EDT

Brilliant Detroit, the early childhood education nonprofit that supports children in underserved communities “from belly to 8,” plans to expand its unique neighborhood-based holistic model beyond The Motor City. Cindy Eggleton, Brilliant Detroit CEO, told The Associated Press...

California added a new grade for 4-year-olds. Are parents enrolling their kids?

Jul. 29, 2024 16:47 PM EDT

Earlier this month, Gov. Gavin Newsom touted the success of California’s transitional kindergarten expansion, saying enrollment in the $2.7 billion program had doubled over the past two years. His comments echoed those of State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond, who called the...