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Access to the Illinois Preschool for All Initiative: Insights from Five Lower-Incidence Immigrant Groups In Northern Cook County
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Adams, Gina; McDaniel, Marla – Urban Institute, 2012
A key measure of success of state prekindergarten initiatives is their ability to reach and serve children who are likely to face challenges in school. This study adds to our understanding of the challenges faced by immigrant children and families in Chicago, Illinois, by focusing on the extent to which families from smaller immigrant…
Descriptors: Preschool Children, Preschool Education, Immigrants, Barriers
Fulfilling the Promise of Preschool for All: Insights into Issues Affecting Access for Selected Immigrant Groups in Chicago
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Adams, Gina; McDaniel, Marla – Urban Institute (NJ1), 2009
Preschool for All (PFA) is a part-day (2.5 hours for up to five days a week) early childhood education program for 3- and 4-year-olds in Illinois. The program is voluntary to families and is designed to be a high-quality preschool option for all children--especially those at risk of academic failure. PFA was implemented in 2006 and is free to…
Descriptors: Focus Groups, Foreign Countries, Immigrants, Access to Education