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Virtual Classroom Tour

Seeing isn't just believing, it's understanding. That is the principle guiding Pre-K Now's virtual tour of a high-quality pre-k classroom. Understanding what to look for is crucial to families investigating their pre-k options. Policymakers, reporters, and even educators can also learn the hallmarks of high quality on a classroom level. Complete with photographs of a real pre-k setting, the tour brings high quality to life.

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Redefining ESEA
Looking for resources on pre-k and the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)? See our web page and PowerPoint presentation on the topic here.
visit our ESEA web page
see our PowerPoint presentation (PDF)
Explore the Pre-K Evidence
Our collection of original reports and links to other studies will give you a deeper view into pre-k policy.
browse reports on pre-k
The Case for Pre-K in Education Reform
Fifty years of evidence shows that high-quality, voluntary pre-k is among the best strategies for education reform. Our brief highlights findings from the latest state pre-k program evaluations that continue to document gains in key measures of student learning, including early literacy, math and vocabulary; reduced need for special and remedial education; and lower incidences of grade retention.
read the brief (PDF)
Learn About Family Involvement Practices That Work
Family involvement is a key ingredient in high-quality pre-k, but it can be a challenge. On a recent Pre-K Now national conference call, we spoke with experts about proven, research-based methods for getting – and keeping – family members involved.
find out what works
We've underestimated young children for too long. If we want better students, we must begin by strengthening pre-k.