Disclaimer: The following description was created before the live broadcast aired and thus may not accurately reflect the content of the actual broadcast. Educators say children benefit greatly from an early learning experience. It helps them graduate or keep them out of jail. In recent years, California, Illinois, Arizona, and other states have considered initiatives for universal preschool and presidential candidates are including this issue in their platforms. Recognized researchers comment on the needs of current preschool programs and discuss ways parents can get involved in early education. Guests: Dr. Eugene García, Vice President for University-School Partnerships, Chairman for the National Taskforce on Early Childhood Education for Hispanics, Former dean and professor of Education for Arizona State University’s College of Education, Phoenix, AZ; Antonia López, Director, Early Care and Education, National Council of La Raza, Washington, DC, www.nclr.org
