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From the Early Years to the Early Grades (PDF)

This report focuses on learning experiences in the early years, both through age five and the early grades (K-5). Three key policy areas are identified that strongly influence children's experiences in the classroom:  1. Harsh discipline and its disproportionate application  2. Segregation of children with disabilities in learning settings  3. Inequitable access to bilingual learning opportunities for dual language and English Learners.  The report includes learnings and recommendations from their research. Report includes three chapters totaling 140 pages.

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Children's Equity Project and the Bipartisan Policy Center. From the Early Years to the Early Grades. Children's Equity Project and the Bipartisan Policy Center.

Publication Date
2019

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California Department of Education, Special Education Division's special project, State Performance Plan Technical Assistance Project (SPP-TAP) is funded through a contract with the Napa County Office of Education. SPP-TAP is funded from federal funds, (State Grants #H027A080116) provided from the U.S. Department of Education Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the position of the U.S. Department of Education.