THE GOAL
Promoting healthy early childhood development to ensure children enter school ready to succeed.
Path to Success
We help children develop the age-appropriate social, emotional and intellectual skills needed to begin school ready to learn.
Bright Future
Early learning and healthy development lessen achievement gaps for low-income children before they enter kindergarten and provide the foundation for future success in life.
*Data based on Waukegan Public School District #60
**Results from 2018 Kindergarten Readiness Assessment
In 2006, only 6% of children had the skills needed to be successful in kindergarten.*
United Way of Lake County offers free training and material for parents to become their child's first teacher.
57% of children in Waukegan are ready for kindergarten and that number continues to grow.**
HOW WE HELP
Preparing children for a successful start in school.
THE RESEARCH
Learn more about the Kindergarten Readiness Assessment, the latest results, and the research that drives what we do.
2018 Kindergarten Readiness Assessment: Report
Research
New Harvard Study Reveals Lasting Benefits of Quality Early Childhood Education
- New Harvard Study Reveals Lasting Benefits of Quality Early Childhood Education - First Five Years Fund
- New Analysis Finds Long-Lasting Benefits From Early-Childhood Education - Education Week
Erikson Institute
Voices for Illinois Children
Annie E Casey Foundation
Start Early
National Education Association
Learning Policy Institute
Heckman
- Quality Early Childhood Education: Enduring Benefits
- Early Childhood Education Has a High Rate of Return
Research Briefs on Proven Benefits of Early Childhood Interventions
