The National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER) recognized Mississippi in its latest report on pre-K quality as one of only five states whose state-funded pre-K program meets all 10 quality standards for early childhood education. The Mississippi State Board of Education has made increasing access to high-quality early childhood education one of its top priorities. Kellogg Foundation to build the state’s early childhood education infrastructure through coaching and professional development and by providing guidance and support to school districts. “Research consistently shows that high-quality early childhood education has a long-term impact on student achievement. When combined with Head Start (27%) and special education pre-K programs (3%), approximately 37% of Mississippi 4-year-olds attended public early childhood education programs in 2020-21.

Source: The Guardian April 26, 2022 19:03 UTC