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Public schools host a rising count of children in transitional kindergarten (TK) classrooms across Los Angeles County. This school year, 2025–26, marks the first that all children, 4 years of age, are eligible for free TK—a new grade level in the schools. In this brief, we examine how the...Read more about New Policy Brief: Pre-K Pivot?

This fall, UC Berkeley’s Institute of Human Development (IHD) and Equity and Excellence in Early Childhood (E3C) co-hosted the Reimagining Systems for Early Childhood Equity and Excellence colloquium—a five-part, integrative series exploring how interdisciplinary research, leadership, and...Read more about Reflections on the Fall 2025 Colloquium: Reimagining Systems for Early Childhood Equity and Excellence

Across the country, debates about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have intensified—creating confusion, concern, and uncertainty for many organizations committed to advancing fairness and opportunity. In this rapidly shifting landscape, a new white paper from UC Berkeley School of Law’s...Read more about The Truth About DEI: Why a New White Paper Matters in This Moment

We’re excited to announce a new round of funding opportunities to advance equity-driven research, policy, and practice in early childhood. Fellowships and seed grants ($2,000–$10,000) are available to eligible members of the UC Berkeley community. Learn more about each opportunity below and join...Read more about Announcing Grant Opportunities for Early Childhood

L.A. residents already enjoy a colorful and multilingual society. Fully 55 percent of Angelenos speak a language other than English at home. Local educators and institutions are meeting this reality—preparing early-childhood teachers and enriching classrooms with this linguistic rainbow in mind...Read more about New Policy Brief: What Works for Universal Preschool in Los Angeles?

Co-hosted by UC Berkeley Institute of Human Development and Equity and Excellence in Early Childhood, Reimagining Systems for Early Childhood Equity and Excellence is a five-part, integrative series exploring how interdisciplinary research, leadership, and community partnerships...Read more about Announcing the Fall 2025 Colloquium Line-Up

The inaugural UC Berkeley Early Childhood Policy Summer Institute convened in Sacramento for a full day of immersive, interdisciplinary learning. This year’s cohort includes 11 graduate...Read more about Early Childhood Policy Summer Institute Launches