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Portland’s Universal Pre-K Proposal Was Hailed as a ‘National Model.’ How’s the Rollout Going?

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Today, nearly halfway between its passage at the ballot box and its deadline to reach universality in 2030, Multnomahs Preschool for All initiative is well underway. With the latter, preschool programs are vulnerable to changes in governance or an economic downturn. The goal is to create 11,000 Preschool for All slots by 2030.

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This New Census Tool Can Recruit Students into the Liberal Arts

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Census Bureau salary and industry data to teach prospective students about the programs’ strong economic returns. percent between 2020 to 2030. percent from 2020 to 2030. Colleges and universities should join the Census PSEO initiative to show the economic value of their degrees to potential students.

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How Role Models May Inspire Exploration of Computer Science Pathways

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The Bureau of Labor and Statistics projects that the market for computer science occupations will grow 13 percent between 2020 and 2030. Broad access to computer science resources is a critical enabler positively impacting the economic mobility of students. economy.

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Microchip Companies Create Child Care Programs to Win Federal Funds

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This issue is not a social issue, it’s an economic issue and frankly, it’s a simple question of math,” Raimondo wrote in an emailed statement to The 19th. “If It’s why Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo has focused on addressing barriers they have historically faced in these industries — and the most obvious barrier is child care.