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Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Bridging the Early Childhood Education Gap: A Look Inside EBR's Innovative Solutions
In this episode of What's What VR, the discussion focuses on the initiatives of the East Baton Rouge (EBR) school system to address early childhood education through innovative partnerships and programs. Guests Dr. Griffin, Ms. Warren, and Ms. Barnes detail a public-private partnership model involving 'micro centers' that leverage unused school space to provide subsidized childcare for children under four years old, emphasizing the importance of preparing children for kindergarten to address literacy and long-term educational outcomes. They discuss the funding mechanisms, including a state matching grants program and community fundraising efforts, and the challenges of scaling these services to meet the needs of the 29,000 children in the EBR and Baker areas. The conversation highlights the critical role of early childhood education in preventing future educational and social issues, underscoring the need for community support and investment in these programs.
00:00 Introduction to What's What VR with Special Guests
01:03 Exploring Micro Centers: A Partnership for Early Childhood Education
02:58 The Challenge of Serving Baton Rouge's Youngest
05:33 Funding and Expanding Early Childhood Programs
09:18 The Application Process and Program Accessibility
11:19 Addressing Literacy and Preparing for Kindergarten
14:31 The Importance of Early Childhood Education and Community Support
19:38 Closing Remarks and How to Support the Initiative
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