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Hello, I thought you would find the following article interesting. Link: http://www.plan4preschool.org/docs/single/partners-in-closing-the-achievement-gap-how-charter-schools-can-support-hig/ Download: Abstract: This policy brief analyzes ways to bridge the gap that currently exists between charter schools and early childhood education. Specific recommendations include: Eliminate state policies barring charter schools from offering Pre-K Allow public charter schools to access per-pupil funds to educate 3- and 4-year-olds Build charter authorizer capacity and expertise in early education Allow charter schools to access state and federal Pre-K funds Ensure adequate Pre-K funding to ensure quality Include Pre-K charters in the Federal Charter Schools program Eliminate caps on the number of charter schools which may serve children