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| Villaire, Ted | 2 |
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Villaire, Ted – Our Children, 2001
Discusses the growing interest in and need for after-school programs, explaining the benefits of such programs and focusing on how parents can find a high quality program that suits their needs. Two sidebars present questions to help parents assess after-school programs and the National PTA's position on after-school programs. (SM)
Descriptors: After School Programs, Elementary Education, Program Effectiveness
Villaire, Ted – Our Children, 2002
Presents topics for parents to consider when selecting and evaluating a preschool program, including: teacher qualifications, licensing and accreditation, environment, physical activity, safety and security, social atmosphere, planning and goals, parent involvement, discipline, intellectual development, and program and class size. Two sidebars…
Descriptors: Early Childhood Education, Educational Quality, Program Effectiveness, Program Evaluation
