Social work already intersects with our school systems and government bodies. As pre-k expands it is important to consider some of the following implications.
Pre-k programs are educational offerings for children ages 4-5. According to the NCES close to half of all children nationally are enrolled in a preprimary education program from the ages of 3-4. This […]
When looking at the research around pre-k we are given a certain narrative, one that I admit seems very appealing. The idea that all children should have access to high quality education beginning at the age […]
When taking pre-k programs on their face it is difficult to see an problem with them. The idea of increasing school enrollment at no cost to families seems like a great program to implement. The questions arises […]
While working towards a masters degree in education and social work, I have had the good fortune to be both a teacher and social worker all while raising two wonderful children of my own. The experience of being […]
For this reading I focused on the goal of ensuring healthy development for youth. I further focused my reading trying to look for information relevant to the ages of 0-4 as that is my area of focus and employment. […]