Education and Early Care
Education and Early Care Task Force brings together parents, teachers, and community leaders to work for increased childcare, school readiness, and improved education for Bridgeport children.
Co-chairs are Hernan Illingworth, parent leader and Karen King, Executive Director of McGivney Center.
2009-2010 Action Agenda
Research on best practices for teacher recruitment and retention from preschool through high school
Implement recommendations to reduce school suspensions
Advocacy for policies and practices to expand childcare for very young children
No City Left Behind Campaign for equitable state education and early care funding
Research and advocacy for increased city funding for education