WEBINAR: The State of Preschool: What Works and Policy Lessons Learned Over 22 Years

In the rapidly evolving landscape of early childhood education, how can policy not just keep pace, but lead the way? For more than two decades, one resource has consistently shaped the national conversation: NIEER’s State of Preschool Yearbook. Now in its 22nd year, this report remains the only annual, comprehensive assessment of state-funded preschool programs, tracking trends in access, funding, and policy quality across all 50 states. As part of the CAYL Catalyst 2025 series, the CAYL Institute will host a conversation focused on the power of data, accountability, and advocacy in shaping early childhood education. The episode will explore the history and impact of the Yearbook, spotlight how one state used its data to drive transformative change, and unpack the policy implications needed to guide progress at the local, state, and federal levels.