They were attached to the children. They loved the staff. They could not afford to stay. Earlier this month, Jackson joined more than two dozen preschool teachers and administrators who rallied on the steps of the Capitol. They are seeking state funding to educate and compensate new preschool teachers who are willing to stay in their jobs.
Experts say the quality of day care does matter.
Studies have shown it can influence a range of factors, from children's readiness for school to their likelihood of committing a crime. And a variety of studies have found that stability in the preschool years is critical for children's development because their bonding with caregivers fosters learning. With toddlers, you assign them one teacher so they can bond with their caregiver. When you're bringing in a new face for them every few weeks, it's a crisis in their lives. They go through separation anxiety every time.