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On Oct. 8, 2019, NCSL staff, members of the Kansas Legislature and key stakeholders participated in an Early Learning Forum for legislators and legislative staff. This page highlights sessions from the day, including relevant handouts and PowerPoint presentations. If your state is interested in a similar in-state symposium email Alison May to learn more.
Speaker Biographies | Participant List
Meeting Agenda
| 9-9:30 a.m. |
Welcome, Introductions and Overview of the Day
Introduction:
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| 9:30-10 a.m. |
What is Early Learning? And Who is NCSL?
Presenters:
- Alison May, NCSL
- Jennifer Palmer, NCSL
PowerPoint Presentation | ECE 101 Prezi
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| 10-11 a.m. |
Early Brain Science and Brain Architecture
Introduction:
Presenter:
Presentation
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| 11 a.m. - Noon |
The Economic Case for Investing in Early Childhood
Introduction:
Presenter:
Presentation
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| Noon-12:45 p.m. |
Networking Lunch
Introduction:
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| 12:45-1:15 p.m. |
Federal Opportunities and Update
Introduction:
- Representative Susan Ruiz
Presenter:
- Margaret Wile, NCSL Washington, D.C. (via Skype)
Presentation | Handout
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| 1:15-2:30 p.m. |
Strengthening Early Childhood in Kansas in 2019 and Beyond
Introduction:
- Representative Monica Murnan
Presenters:
Presentation
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| 2:30-3 p.m. |
Wrap up and Next Steps |
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