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Early Education Funding Linked with Third Grade Outcomes

North Carolina children residing in counties that received relatively more funding for the state’s well-regarded early education programs when they were younger performed better in third grade than children in less well-funded counties, according to a new study from Duke University. Researchers linked third graders scores on standardized tests in reading and math, as well as lower rates of special education placement, with funding of the state’s Smart Start and More at Four programs. Rather than look only at children who participated in the programs, the researchers correlated funding levels with the overall performance of all children. In addition, although researchers found the greatest benefit for children whose mothers have low educational attainment, children whose mothers are well educated also benefited.

by Irene Sege

Full Story: http://eyeonearlyeducation.org/2011/05/31/early-education-funding-linked-with-third-grade-outcomes/

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