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As we explored in our May forum, Americans across the political spectrum embrace universal early childhood education. But what about school-success initiatives that reach back even further to support newborns, toddlers, and their parents? What can be achieved when educators, abuse-prevention experts, parents, government officials, businesses, philanthropies, and community groups collaborate?

This Thursday's Child analyzes the complexities of enacting effective school-readiness policies and programs. The observations address what's behind the latest interest in such initiatives, the social and political environments needed for successful early learning centers and home visitation efforts, the lessons states can draw from Illinois' recent experience; and the importance of integrating home-based and learning-center programs, and providing consistent training and supervision for providers.

Panelists

Ajay Chaudry, director, Center on Labor, Human Services & Population, Urban Institute

Debra Williams, associate editor, Catalyst Chicago (moderator)

Deborah Daro, research fellow, Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago

Ann Kirwan, vice president for national policy consultation, The Ounce of Prevention Fund

Graciela Italiano-Thomas, president and CEO, Thrive by Five Washington

Shelley Waters Boots, research associate, Urban Institute

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