Building stronger early childhood systems.
Detailed models to determine the cost to expand preschool and other early childhood programs.
Summative and formative evaluation uses rigorous methodology to illuminates what’s working and yield actionable results.
We help maximize impact by evaluating the financial and social costs and benefits of public and private investments.
Rigorous research on early childhood and K-12 systems and policies ensure all children thrive.
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Mwebaza Foundation Support
The Mwebaza Foundation is an educational organization embracing decolonizing practices to build alternative structures in the nonprofit space that…
Alternative Rate Methodology for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program Reimbursement Rates
Alternative Rate Methodology for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program Reimbursement Rates The Colorado Department of…
Colorado Child Care Assistance Program Evaluation
The Colorado Evaluation and Action Lab at the University of Denver is evaluating the Colorado Department of Early Childhood’s…
Early Intervention System Equity Analysis
The mission of the Center for Equity and Excellence is to create inclusive environments and to ensure…
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Mwebaza Foundation Support
The Mwebaza Foundation is an educational organization embracing decolonizing practices to build alternative structures in the nonprofit space that are centered on understanding, solidarity, and liberation. The Foundation’s mission…
Alternative Rate Methodology for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program Reimbursement Rates
Alternative Rate Methodology for Colorado Child Care Assistance Program Reimbursement Rates The Colorado Department of Early Childhood, established in July 2022, provides a broad range of programs and…
Colorado Child Care Assistance Program Evaluation
The Colorado Evaluation and Action Lab at the University of Denver is evaluating the Colorado Department of Early Childhood’s activities to strengthen and expand the early childhood sector in Colorado with…
Early Intervention System Equity Analysis
The mission of the Center for Equity and Excellence is to create inclusive environments and to ensure equity and social justice at all levels of society. The Center is…