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Leandro | Key Ways North Carolina Could Boost Learning in Early Childhood
June 2020A sound, basic education begins at birth.
The court in Leandro has affirmed what educators and the early childhood community know: "a high-quality early foundation for learning is critical for later success in school and beyond." To meet its obligations, the state must maintain a robust system of early education, health, and family support beginning at birth. The court has specifically identified Smart Start as central to this effort.