Sunday, September 25, 2005
West Virginia is developing a focus on the connection between early childhood development and economic development.
A recent study by Marshall University highlights the importance of early childhood development and calculates an economic return to this investment. According to the study's author, a dollar invested in early childhood education returns $5.61. Read more about what's happening in West Virginia.
Download a copy of the presentation on the report.
Here's another example, this time out of Wisconsin. Early childhood education is being promoted as an economic development initiative. The Milwaukee conference, sponsored by educators, is trying to build a bridge to the business community. Read more.
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Early child development in West Virginia
