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This EdSource special report examines the state of early reading in California, the needs of special learners, teacher preparation and training and curricula and textbooks that are driving instruction.
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Panelists discussed threats to cut federal funding, impact on international students, and ways in which California is protected.
Donald Trump’s federal budget proposal did not include cuts to Head Start, but supporters of the early education program are concerned its funding could be cut during budget negotiations.

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