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‘Neighborhood Mothers' Share Integration Wisdom with Refugees

Yermi Brenner

July 26, 2017 |

News Deeply |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Germany

Germany has welcomed many refugees in recent years, and programs across the country are trying to help integrate them as quickly as possible. 'Neighbourhood Mothers' is one such program of migrant women who mentor new refugees.

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English learners: Struggling CT schools ignore a proven path

Jacqueline Rabe Thomas

May 22, 2017 |

The Connecticut Mirror |

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Response Location: United States, Portland, Oregon

Dual language programs create a bifurcated school day with one half taught in English and the other half in a different language. Research has overwhelmingly shown that these programs, starting as early as kindergarten, helps close academic gaps between native and non-native English speakers as well as strengthen English skills and skills in their native language.

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Closing the Preschool Gap at Home

Anne Kim

February 06, 2017 |

Washington Monthly |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Fort Belvoir, Virginia

Mounting evidence points to an increasing disparity in the educational achievements of those children who attend and complete pre-school, and those who do not. The Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters (HIPPY) program is a national home visiting initiative for low-income families that is working to bridge the gap. They provide learning curriculum, guidance, and parenting support for disadvantaged families in their homes, so that their children can be equally prepared to succeed in school.

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Teaching parents how to teach their toddlers: Seattle-area program yields lasting benefits

Neal Morton

December 21, 2016 |

The Seattle Times |

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Response Location: United States, Seattle, Washington

The Parent-Child Home Program in the Seattle area is helping close the achievement gap in poor and at-risk families by giving 2 and 3 year-olds a jump start in early education. By pairing parents with a trained educator, the program is helping children in low-income and immigrant families perform on par with their white and wealthier peers years later, improving graduation rates and potentially even salary and healthy lifestyles in the long term.

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Colorful maps and wooden blocks have lured some skeptical parents — but can free public Montessori survive in Detroit?

Erin Einhorn

December 14, 2016 |

Chalkbeat Detroit |

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Response Location: United States, Detroit, Michigan

Detroit implemented the Montessori Method at several public schools, despite funding constraints. The program has attracted families that might otherwise look to the suburbs and private schools for education. It has resulted in more diverse classrooms and more opportunities for students.

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How Cuba came of age on early childhood development

Kary Stewart

November 16, 2016 |

The Guardian |

Podcast |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: Cuba, Havana

The Cuban government provides optional early childhood care programs that are used by almost all Cuban children. They begin with prenatal care and focus on family involvement, healthcare, and education. The program is a source of pride for families. It's so successful that Unicef is working to scale it for other Latin American countries.

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A Program That Gives Undocumented Grandmas Childcare Credentials

Ann Schimke

November 09, 2016 |

The Atlantic |

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Response Location: United States, Colorado

Providers Advancing Student Outcomes, or PASO, is run by Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition and helps early childcare providers learn critical skills to enhance children's socio-emotional skills. Many of the participants are undocumented and therefore work under the radar without special training.

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How one program is training mothers, aunts and grandmothers in the ABCs of child care

Ann Schimke

October 20, 2016 |

Chalkbeat Colorado |

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Response Location: United States, Colorado

In Colorado, more than half of young children rely on extended family members and neighbors for child care. In an effort to recognize this invisible labor force, which often includes undocumented immigrants, Providers Advancing Student Outcomes offers grant-funded courses to caregivers, legitimizing and enhancing their credibility and improving student outcomes in the process.

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A community fix for Rio Arriba's libraries

Ellen Berkovitch

October 07, 2016 |

Small Towns Big Change |

Podcast |

5-15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Rio Arriba, New Mexico

In New Mexico, independent libraries that operate as non-profits provide services—in addition to traditional library services—that are not readily available throughout the state and especially in rural areas. Libraries provide early childhood education and pre-school classes as well as spearheading community projects such as a radio station and mural creation.

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It Takes a Library

Lucia Duncan

October 04, 2016 |

Santa Fe Public Radio (KSFR) |

Radio |

5-15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Dixon, New Mexico

In New Mexico, public libraries are funded by municipalities. That means, if you live in an unincorporated town, there’s no funding stream for a local public library. But, in northern New Mexico, residents in several towns have joined together to create independent libraries that have transformed their communities.

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