BLOG HIGHSCOPE MEMBERSHIP TOOLS CONTACT US DONATE Our History Rich history. Bright future. Built by visionary leaders dedicated to the long view, HighScope has a deep history of working to ensure that every child has the best chance at lifelong success. Years in the Making In 1962, the landmark Perry Preschool Project began in Ypsilanti, Michigan and the trajectory of early education was changed forever. Under the visionary guidance of psychologist David Weikart, and with the extraordinary dedication of Perry Elementary School principal Charles Eugene Beatty, the Perry Preschool Project studied the impact of high-quality early education on 123 black children with risk factors of failing in school. Dr. Weikart went on to establish the HighScope Educational Research Foundation in 1970. The name “HighScope” reflects our organization’s high purposes and far-reaching mission. Our headquarters are located in the historic “Hutchinson House,” of S & H Green Stamps, in Ypsilanti. Today, HighScope’s mission is continued under Dr. Alejandra Barraza’s leadership as HighScope’s President. Milestones 2019 2018 2016 2015 2012 2011 2009 2008 2005 2000 1998 1997 1996 1995 1993 1992 1988 1985 1984 1981 1979 1978 1975 1973 1971 1970 1967 1963 1962 JOIN OUR MAILING LIST Be the first to learn about new strategies, products, and events. SIGN UP SUPPORT OUR MISSION Together we can empower educators, lift families, and prepare our youngest children for school and for life. INVEST STAY CONNECTED Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn CONTACT US 600 North River Street Ypsilanti, MI 48198-2898 USA CONTACT US WHO WE ARE Our Values Our History Our People Our Commitment to Equity Our Anniversary OUR RESEARCH Our Agenda Research Projects Services We Provide Perry Preschool Project OUR PRACTICE Our Approach Curriculum Infant-Toddler Curriculum Preschool Curriculum Assessment COR Advantage COR for Kindergarten Program Quality Assessment (PQA) Professional Learning Certification and Accreditation Demonstration Preschool OUR REACH International Institutes United States MEMBERSHIP HIGHSCOPE CONFERENCE COURSE SCHEDULE THE PLAYGROUND NEWS CAREERS FAQS TERMS & POLICIES ORDER FORM CHANGING THE TRAJECTORY OF THE WORLD, ONE CHILD AT A TIME Copyright © 2021 HighScope Educational Research Foundation. The name "HighScope" and its corporate logos are registered trademarks and service marks of the HighScope Foundation.