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Early Learning Belongs in Basic Education
Governor Chris Gregoire used her veto power to strip early learning out of the new definition of Basic Education. This action is a big setback for the youngest learners in our state. Sign the petition now and let Governor Gregoire know that you want our state's littlest kids to get the learning opportunities they need and deserve. Sign the petition and pass it on! %adv-participants-Early_Learning_Is_Basic_Ed% people have signed so far. We've soared past our initial goal of 250 signatures - let's see how high we can go!
Dear [ Decision Maker ] , When you used your veto power to remove early learning from the basic education reform bill (House Bill 2261) you set back early learning opportunities for children who need them most. Low-income children, and children of color just don't get the same access to the opportunities they need to start school prepared to succeed. Kids can't succeed in kindergarten and beyond when they start school already behind. Including early learning for low-income 3- and 4-year olds in our state's definition of basic education is an essential step toward giving every child a real chance at success. I understand that when you removed early learning from the basic education legisation, you stated that you want to create a program of early learning for all in the next legislative session. I will look forward to you keeping your promise - and making early learning a priority in the coming year.
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| Background Information |
On Tuesday, May 19th, the Governor shocked supporters of early learning when she used her veto power to strip early learning out of the Basic Education Bill (HB 2261). You can read our press release about the veto action on our website at www.childrensalliance.org.
You can also read more about the issue of early learning as a part of basic education in this policy paper developed by the Early Learning Action Alliance.
