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EJ595649 PS529639
Title: Almost a Million Children in School before Kindergarten: Who is Responsible for Early Childhood Services? Public Policy Report.Author(s): Clifford, Richard M.; Early, Diane M.; Hills, Tynette W.
Source: Young Children, v54 n5 p48-51 Sep 1999
Publication Date: 1999
ISSN: 0044-0728
Language: English
Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Descriptive (141)
Journal Announcement: CIJMAY2000
Provides the
information currently available on the types of programs offered
for prekindergartners and the children served by or through local
and state education agencies. Examines types of preschool services
offered, families being served, and the implications for the field
of early childhood. Expresses concern about settings of unknown
quality. (SD)
Descriptors: Community Programs; Educational Needs; *Educational
Objectives; *Educational Quality; *Educational Responsibility; *Preschool
Education; *Role of Education; State Programs
Identifiers: National Association Educ of Young Children; *Project
Head Start; State Role
