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Areas for
Policy Investigation for Community Planning Efforts
PEN has outlined a set of policy areas for investigation and
analysis, setting out a framework of resources and supports that
children need to succeed academically. These areas are akin to
Opportunity to Learn standards, or conditions of quality of education,
and are meant to focus LEF planning efforts.
The Public Education Network's framework policy areas for quality
education follows, with specific areas for investigation listed
underneath each major piece of the framework.
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Every child enters school ready to learn.
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Pre-kindergarten for 3- and 4-year-olds
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Full-day kindergarten
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Community-based day-care options
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Every child has access to a rich curriculum
aligned to standards.
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Curriculum is aligned to standards
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Adequate instructional resources (books, supplies, materials,
labs)
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Course offerings/guidance practices
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Enhanced Technology/Library
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Assessment/Testing aligned to curriculum and standards
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Every child has high-quality instruction.
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Adequate class size
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High-quality teachers
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Effective instructional leaders
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Professional development infrastructure
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Increased instructional time for at-risk students (summer
school, Saturday academies, extended school day)
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Services to English Language Learners
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Every child is in a school environment conducive
to learning.
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Adequate and Accessible Facilities (New/Alterations and
Improvements to existing buildings)
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Safety
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Alternatives for Disruptive Students
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Every child has access to community services that support
and enhance learning.
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After-school programs
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Summer programs
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Health services
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Public libraries
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Technology access
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