Infographics

Head Start and Great Start Readiness Program
During recent legislative hearings about expanding the Great Start Readiness Program, there were several questions regarding the differences and/or similarities between GSRP and Head Start. To address your questions, we’ve created this simple and easy to understand infographic that clarifies some of the fundamental differences.
Infographic: Head Start and Great Start Readiness Program

Great Start Readiness Program
Get information about the Great Start Readiness Program and help educate others with this eye catching infographic.
Infographic: Great Start Readiness Program

Zero to Three: Baby Watch Michigan, October 2011
Source: Zero to Three
Overview: A statistical snapshot of Michigan infants and toddlers
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Kindergarten Teacher Survey, 2009
Conducted by: Lake Research
Overview: The main focus of this initiative was to gather valuable information about the school readiness of young children in Michigan based on the professional opinions of kindergarten teachers, with specific emphasis placed on the readiness of the 2008-2009 cohort of kindergarten students. The purpose of the survey was also to gauge kindergarten teacher opinions on issues surrounding school readiness, potential reasons for school unreadiness, and to gauge resources available statewide that support school readiness. This survey was funded through W.K. Kellogg Foundation and the Michigan Head Start State Collaboration Office.
Key Findings Narrative
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Voter Survey, 2009
Conducted by: Lake Research
Overview: Summarizes the key findings of a survey of likely voters in Michigan about early childhood education and development. Among the key findings: Most voters in Michigan see early childhood development and education programs as an absolute necessity for their community. Eighty-three percent of voters see these programs as a necessity (69 percent strongly believe this).
Summary and Key Findings