The Children's Equity Project
@childrensequity.bsky.social
Closing opportunity gaps and advancing equity in all of the systems that impact the lives of children and families.
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🚨 #NewReport Release! 🚨
This report reviews the program’s reach, impact, and policy foundations. It highlights how access to #HeadStart boosts children’s academic success and strengthens communities—while exclusion creates lasting harm.
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This report reviews the program’s reach, impact, and policy foundations. It highlights how access to #HeadStart boosts children’s academic success and strengthens communities—while exclusion creates lasting harm.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Significant disproportionality data is a critical #civilrights enforcement tool. Without it, we can’t see where disparities in #specialeducation exist—or how to fix them. 🔨📉
Ending data collection doesn’t solve inequities; it buries them.
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Ending data collection doesn’t solve inequities; it buries them.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Significant disproportionality data is a critical #civilrights enforcement tool. Without it, we can’t see where disparities in #specialeducation exist—or how to fix them. 🔨📉
Ending data collection doesn’t solve inequities; it buries them.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Ending data collection doesn’t solve inequities; it buries them.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Every child—regardless of race, language, ability, income, or immigration status—has the right to a quality education. Our report provides concrete recs for states to double down on children’s civil rights & protect every child’s future.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Every child—regardless of race, language, ability, income, or immigration status—has the right to a quality education. Our report provides concrete recs for states to double down on children’s civil rights & protect every child’s future.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
🚨 New Report Release! 🚨
📘✨ #IDEA is a landmark #civilrights law for students with #disabilities. But in 2025, data shows inequities persist—especially for Black, AI/AN, Hispanic/Latino, and other students of color. 📊
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📘✨ #IDEA is a landmark #civilrights law for students with #disabilities. But in 2025, data shows inequities persist—especially for Black, AI/AN, Hispanic/Latino, and other students of color. 📊
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
November 20, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🚨 New Report Release! 🚨
📘✨ #IDEA is a landmark #civilrights law for students with #disabilities. But in 2025, data shows inequities persist—especially for Black, AI/AN, Hispanic/Latino, and other students of color. 📊
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
📘✨ #IDEA is a landmark #civilrights law for students with #disabilities. But in 2025, data shows inequities persist—especially for Black, AI/AN, Hispanic/Latino, and other students of color. 📊
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
🚨#IDEA is one of the most important #civilrights laws—guaranteeing every kid w/ a disability the right to a free, appropriate education. But children of color w/ disabilities face later identification, more segregation, & harsher discipline.
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Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
November 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM
🚨#IDEA is one of the most important #civilrights laws—guaranteeing every kid w/ a disability the right to a free, appropriate education. But children of color w/ disabilities face later identification, more segregation, & harsher discipline.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
🚨 #NewReport! 🚨
⚖️ Significant disproportionality is a #civilrights safeguard. It tells us where systems may be treating students with disabilities unfairly—and where action is needed.
Ending data collection means ending transparency and accountability. 🚫
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
⚖️ Significant disproportionality is a #civilrights safeguard. It tells us where systems may be treating students with disabilities unfairly—and where action is needed.
Ending data collection means ending transparency and accountability. 🚫
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
November 19, 2025 at 8:35 PM
🚨 #NewReport! 🚨
⚖️ Significant disproportionality is a #civilrights safeguard. It tells us where systems may be treating students with disabilities unfairly—and where action is needed.
Ending data collection means ending transparency and accountability. 🚫
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
⚖️ Significant disproportionality is a #civilrights safeguard. It tells us where systems may be treating students with disabilities unfairly—and where action is needed.
Ending data collection means ending transparency and accountability. 🚫
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Data clearly shows that millions of kids still face barriers associated w/ their race, language, disability, gender, income, or immigration status. Our new report calls on states to protect kids from discrimination & uphold equal opportunity.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
November 18, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Data clearly shows that millions of kids still face barriers associated w/ their race, language, disability, gender, income, or immigration status. Our new report calls on states to protect kids from discrimination & uphold equal opportunity.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
States have a variety of policy tools to strengthen #civilrights infrastructure & protect children’s civil & human rights. Our latest report examines these & other state/local strategies to safeguard the civil rights of #children.
📖 Read it here: cep.asu.edu/resource...
📖 Read it here: cep.asu.edu/resource...
November 17, 2025 at 6:18 PM
States have a variety of policy tools to strengthen #civilrights infrastructure & protect children’s civil & human rights. Our latest report examines these & other state/local strategies to safeguard the civil rights of #children.
📖 Read it here: cep.asu.edu/resource...
📖 Read it here: cep.asu.edu/resource...
This research-informed brief offers practical guidance for #earlycare and ed programs - leaders, providers, #mentalhealth coaches, and more on establishing a healthy mental health climate in the current context. 💡
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#EarlyChildhood
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#EarlyChildhood
November 17, 2025 at 2:46 PM
This research-informed brief offers practical guidance for #earlycare and ed programs - leaders, providers, #mentalhealth coaches, and more on establishing a healthy mental health climate in the current context. 💡
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
#EarlyChildhood
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#EarlyChildhood
Research shows family separation leads to:
1️⃣Mental health challenges
2️⃣ Financial hardship, housing instability & food insecurity
3️⃣ Disruption of critical caregiver bonds
4️⃣ Academic decline
Read more here: cep.asu.edu/resource...
1️⃣Mental health challenges
2️⃣ Financial hardship, housing instability & food insecurity
3️⃣ Disruption of critical caregiver bonds
4️⃣ Academic decline
Read more here: cep.asu.edu/resource...
November 15, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Research shows family separation leads to:
1️⃣Mental health challenges
2️⃣ Financial hardship, housing instability & food insecurity
3️⃣ Disruption of critical caregiver bonds
4️⃣ Academic decline
Read more here: cep.asu.edu/resource...
1️⃣Mental health challenges
2️⃣ Financial hardship, housing instability & food insecurity
3️⃣ Disruption of critical caregiver bonds
4️⃣ Academic decline
Read more here: cep.asu.edu/resource...
👧🏽👦🏽 1 in 4 U.S. children lived in immigrant families in 2023. That’s 17.9 million children—& 86% of them were born in the U.S. When families are separated by immigration enforcement, kids' health, development, education, & financial stability are impacted.
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Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
November 12, 2025 at 5:57 PM
👧🏽👦🏽 1 in 4 U.S. children lived in immigrant families in 2023. That’s 17.9 million children—& 86% of them were born in the U.S. When families are separated by immigration enforcement, kids' health, development, education, & financial stability are impacted.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
It is more important than ever to intentionally foster a mental health climate that is responsive to children’s & staff’s needs. This brief has recs to support children & the adults who love & care for them in early care & learning programs. cep.asu.edu/resource...
November 10, 2025 at 8:01 PM
It is more important than ever to intentionally foster a mental health climate that is responsive to children’s & staff’s needs. This brief has recs to support children & the adults who love & care for them in early care & learning programs. cep.asu.edu/resource...
Children witnessing a caregiver violently detained can cause trauma & impact wellbeing. This brief reviews the research on the wide-ranging impacts of caregiver separation on children. cep.asu.edu/resource...
#FamilySeparation #DeportationImpact #ChildWellbeing #ChildDevelopment
#FamilySeparation #DeportationImpact #ChildWellbeing #ChildDevelopment
November 10, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Children witnessing a caregiver violently detained can cause trauma & impact wellbeing. This brief reviews the research on the wide-ranging impacts of caregiver separation on children. cep.asu.edu/resource...
#FamilySeparation #DeportationImpact #ChildWellbeing #ChildDevelopment
#FamilySeparation #DeportationImpact #ChildWellbeing #ChildDevelopment
The CEPs Dr. Shantel Meek participated in a radio interview w/ KJZZ earlier this week where she discussed the impact of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Head Start on children in Arizona.
Listen to the full interview here 👉
Listen to the full interview here 👉
1 in 4 AZ kids relies on SNAP. State's dismal childhood poverty record leading to a perfect storm
As the federal shutdown drags on, SNAP food benefits recipients remain in limbo. A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to release contingency funds to pay the benefits, but the president said he would withhold the benefits until the shutdown ends.
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November 7, 2025 at 12:13 AM
The CEPs Dr. Shantel Meek participated in a radio interview w/ KJZZ earlier this week where she discussed the impact of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Head Start on children in Arizona.
Listen to the full interview here 👉
Listen to the full interview here 👉
As of 11/6, 20 HS programs in 17 states & Puerto Rico have had to close their doors. Leaving nearly 10,000 children/families w/out access to the care, early learning, nutrition, & stability HS provides.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:28 PM
As of 11/6, 20 HS programs in 17 states & Puerto Rico have had to close their doors. Leaving nearly 10,000 children/families w/out access to the care, early learning, nutrition, & stability HS provides.
Learn more: nhsa.app.box.com/s/9...
Learn more: nhsa.app.box.com/s/9...
As of Nov 1, the NHSA shows 140 HS programs are operating w/out #federalfunding & are facing possible closure due to a lack of funds. Affecting 22,432 HS staff across the country. If uncertainty continues, more HS programs will be impacted.
Learn more: nhsa.org/about-nhsa/...
Learn more: nhsa.org/about-nhsa/...
November 4, 2025 at 4:43 PM
As of Nov 1, the NHSA shows 140 HS programs are operating w/out #federalfunding & are facing possible closure due to a lack of funds. Affecting 22,432 HS staff across the country. If uncertainty continues, more HS programs will be impacted.
Learn more: nhsa.org/about-nhsa/...
Learn more: nhsa.org/about-nhsa/...
According to the NHSA, as of Nov 1, 140 #HeadStart (HS) programs across 41 states & Puerto Rico, serving 64,907 kids, are operating w/out federal funding & are facing closure due to a lack of funds. If uncertainty continues, more HS programs will be impacted.
Learn more: nhsa.org/about-nhsa/...
Learn more: nhsa.org/about-nhsa/...
November 3, 2025 at 11:25 PM
According to the NHSA, as of Nov 1, 140 #HeadStart (HS) programs across 41 states & Puerto Rico, serving 64,907 kids, are operating w/out federal funding & are facing closure due to a lack of funds. If uncertainty continues, more HS programs will be impacted.
Learn more: nhsa.org/about-nhsa/...
Learn more: nhsa.org/about-nhsa/...
IECMHC works. Research shows:
✅ Gains in children’s social-emotional skills
✅ Fewer challenging behaviors
✅ More positive teacher–child interactions
✅ Reduced suspension & expulsion rates
This is prevention that changes trajectories.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
✅ Gains in children’s social-emotional skills
✅ Fewer challenging behaviors
✅ More positive teacher–child interactions
✅ Reduced suspension & expulsion rates
This is prevention that changes trajectories.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
October 31, 2025 at 11:57 PM
IECMHC works. Research shows:
✅ Gains in children’s social-emotional skills
✅ Fewer challenging behaviors
✅ More positive teacher–child interactions
✅ Reduced suspension & expulsion rates
This is prevention that changes trajectories.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
✅ Gains in children’s social-emotional skills
✅ Fewer challenging behaviors
✅ More positive teacher–child interactions
✅ Reduced suspension & expulsion rates
This is prevention that changes trajectories.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
In 2023, over 3.3M kids under age 5 lived at or below the federal poverty line. #HeadStart (HS) plays a big role in reaching those children. This is especially true in rural areas where HS is the only or one of the only early learning centers.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
October 31, 2025 at 12:06 AM
In 2023, over 3.3M kids under age 5 lived at or below the federal poverty line. #HeadStart (HS) plays a big role in reaching those children. This is especially true in rural areas where HS is the only or one of the only early learning centers.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
States are turning to legislation to expand #IECMHC—a powerful strategy proven to reduce suspensions, expulsions, & challenging behaviors in early learning. This brief scans 33 IECMHC-specific bills across 13 states & shows what’s working.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
October 30, 2025 at 6:10 PM
States are turning to legislation to expand #IECMHC—a powerful strategy proven to reduce suspensions, expulsions, & challenging behaviors in early learning. This brief scans 33 IECMHC-specific bills across 13 states & shows what’s working.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
🌍 The U.S. lags behind other nations in early education access—#HeadStart helps close the gap by serving 800,000 low-income children annually. A lapse in funding means thousands of these kids may lose services.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
#EarlyLearningMatters
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#EarlyLearningMatters
October 30, 2025 at 12:02 AM
🌍 The U.S. lags behind other nations in early education access—#HeadStart helps close the gap by serving 800,000 low-income children annually. A lapse in funding means thousands of these kids may lose services.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
#EarlyLearningMatters
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#EarlyLearningMatters
Over the past decade, states have expanded #IECMHC—but many face major funding gaps, especially as federal supports are threatened. This new brief highlights how state legislation can create stable, high-quality, and accessible IECMHC systems.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
October 29, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Over the past decade, states have expanded #IECMHC—but many face major funding gaps, especially as federal supports are threatened. This new brief highlights how state legislation can create stable, high-quality, and accessible IECMHC systems.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Since 1965, Head Start has served nearly 40M children nationwide—building a foundation in learning, health, & nutrition for children in every zip code across the nation. A lapse in funding means thousands lose #earlylearning opportunities.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
October 29, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Since 1965, Head Start has served nearly 40M children nationwide—building a foundation in learning, health, & nutrition for children in every zip code across the nation. A lapse in funding means thousands lose #earlylearning opportunities.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
The CEP's Dr. Shantel Meek will join First Focus on Children at their Children’s Budget Summit 2025 on Thursday, 10/30, to unpack this year’s Children’s Budget.
Learn more and register now: lnkd.in/dhr95y7Z!
Learn more and register now: lnkd.in/dhr95y7Z!
October 28, 2025 at 7:06 PM
The CEP's Dr. Shantel Meek will join First Focus on Children at their Children’s Budget Summit 2025 on Thursday, 10/30, to unpack this year’s Children’s Budget.
Learn more and register now: lnkd.in/dhr95y7Z!
Learn more and register now: lnkd.in/dhr95y7Z!
Across the country, #IECMHC is helping young children thrive. Research shows IECMHC improves social-emotional skills, reduces challenging behaviors, and is linked to lower suspension and expulsion rates in early learning programs.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
October 28, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Across the country, #IECMHC is helping young children thrive. Research shows IECMHC improves social-emotional skills, reduces challenging behaviors, and is linked to lower suspension and expulsion rates in early learning programs.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
🚀 The CEP's latest report provides an overview of the #IECMHC legislation landscape, including examples of the types of bills that states have passed, and common themes and trends.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
October 28, 2025 at 3:22 AM
🚀 The CEP's latest report provides an overview of the #IECMHC legislation landscape, including examples of the types of bills that states have passed, and common themes and trends.
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...
Learn more: cep.asu.edu/resource...