Readiness
Preparing State Early Childhood Systems for a Brighter Future
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In Readiness, Elliot Regenstein examines the evolution and current state of early childhood systems across U.S.
states, identifying what works and where improvements are needed.
He argues for unified governance, consistent quality measurement focused on child experience, and data-driven accountability to ensure state investments deliver meaningful outcomes.
Drawing on his direct experience advising state governments, Regenstein highlights bipartisan political strategies and practical reforms that have produced progress in diverse states.
The book provides case studies of leading states and offers concrete prescriptions for scaling quality, addressing workforce pay, and coordinating fragmented programs.
Its purpose is to guide policymakers and advocates toward building coherent systems that better serve children and families.
states, identifying what works and where improvements are needed.
He argues for unified governance, consistent quality measurement focused on child experience, and data-driven accountability to ensure state investments deliver meaningful outcomes.
Drawing on his direct experience advising state governments, Regenstein highlights bipartisan political strategies and practical reforms that have produced progress in diverse states.
The book provides case studies of leading states and offers concrete prescriptions for scaling quality, addressing workforce pay, and coordinating fragmented programs.
Its purpose is to guide policymakers and advocates toward building coherent systems that better serve children and families.
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