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Georgia just became the largest state in the nation to achieve all 10 quality benchmarks for early childhood education. Over 70,000 kids are now learning in classrooms that meet every national standard for excellence.
A university preschool that's welcomed nearly 2,000 children over 25 years is proving that early learning done right creates ripples that last a lifetime. Teachers say they can spot the graduates years later by how they treat others and tackle challenges.
In Finnish preschools, five-year-olds sort waste and sing songs about pollution as part of their daily routine. This early start on sustainability is shaping a generation ready to solve real environmental challenges.
Former President Barack Obama joined New York City's new mayor for a heartwarming morning of story time and sing-alongs at a South Bronx preschool. The visit highlighted the city's commitment to giving its youngest residents the strongest start possible.
Former President Barack Obama joined New York's youngest mayor for story time at a child care center, leading preschoolers in a spirited singalong. The heartwarming visit highlighted early childhood education while bridging political divides.
Six students from preschool to high school earned recognition for achievements ranging from a 4-year-old's breakthrough to a senior's 14 AP classes. Their stories prove that success comes in many forms.
Cranford's youngest residents will dress up as centenarians this Friday to celebrate 100 years of early childhood education advocacy. The playful event caps a week of activities honoring the National Association for the Education of Young Children's centennial milestone.
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A new early learning center in Cape Town is helping young children heal from gender-based violence while getting ready for school. The Philisa Young Minds Academy combines traditional preschool education with specialized trauma support for its most vulnerable students.
When Mthwakazi Nancy Soqaka lost her teaching position during COVID, she built her own preschool in Khayelitsha. Four years later, she runs three classrooms serving 53 children and has created multiple jobs.
A Newtown preschool teacher who helps two-year-olds discover the world just won a prestigious award celebrating early educators who change lives. Emily Frame is one of 15 teachers in southeastern Pennsylvania honored with the Terri Lynne Lokoff Teacher Award.
Seeley Borges battled leukemia from just weeks old and now represents hope for families across Hawaii. The preschooler conquered chemotherapy, a bone marrow transplant, and countless hospital visits before reaching remission.
Cem Özdemir just made history as Germany's first state premier with Turkish roots, leading Baden-Württemberg after decades of breaking barriers. The son of 1960s immigrant workers rose from preschool teacher to the top job in one of Germany's most prosperous states.
Nelson Mandela's great grandson Siyabulela is touring Toronto schools to teach children about reconciliation and building bridges between communities. The social justice activist visited a Scarborough preschool to share his great grandfather's message of peace during a time when the world feels increasingly divided.
A preschool teacher who beat cancer turned her classroom experiences into hand-drawn designs that celebrate educators. Ms Jenny's Creations brings authentic teacher merchandise to life through real moments instead of tired clichés.
A young girl's quick thinking and surf club training prevented a holiday tragedy when she rescued a preschooler heading into deep water. Her story highlights why water safety skills matter for every Kiwi kid.
New research reveals that cardboard boxes, buttons, and fabric scraps outperform pricey STEM toys in developing critical thinking skills in preschoolers. The study found children played longer and engaged in more scientific reasoning with simple household items than with specialized educational products.
High school football players in Troy, New York are keeping a heartwarming tradition alive. For over two decades, the varsity team has spent Super Bowl week playing with preschoolers at a local childcare center.
Tunisia just transformed learning for nearly one million children through upgraded classrooms, trained teachers, and 100 new preschools in the country's most underserved regions. The results are already showing up in how children learn and love school.
When two-year-old Briar Curtis's heart stopped for two minutes during a seizure, a tiny implanted monitor caught it—thanks to research that discovered a surprising link between epilepsy and deadly heart problems. Now she's thriving in preschool with energy her mom never thought possible.
A Chinese mother's decision to enroll her three-year-old son in an Islamic preschool has captured hearts across Malaysia. The heartwarming videos of little Low Zi Kang learning alongside his Muslim classmates show the beautiful side of multiculturalism in action.
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