Download this paper. New Perspectives on Compensation Strategies offers thoughtful analysis of the persistent problem of low compensation and strategies to address it. Includes descriptions of initiatives that are working to improve compensation. To view a summary of the paper, click here. Those successful strategies can be translated into innovative funding approaches for more and better child care and early education for America's children who need it most.
Success hinges on creative thinking.
The report was sponsored by the Horizons' Initiative, and funded by the James C. Penney Foundation. It is designed to be used by states and the federal government for exploring pragmatic ways to finance quality, affordable child care and early education for pre-school children. This report builds on the work and insight of leaders, writers, scholars and policy makers in housing, health care, higher education and transportation. Copies of the report can be downloaded . It is a technical assistance paper prepared to help school districts and communities in New York make innovative use of the state's new universal prekindergarten program.