MINDING THE GAP

Dear Friends:

Education is receiving a lot of attention these days. President Obama devoted a lengthy part of the State of the Union address to education. Here in Minnesota, a visit by Education Secretary Arne Duncan made headlines when Duncan stated Minnesota has the worst achievement gap between whites and minorities.

Lots of attention and many headlines. But where are the solutions?

A long-standing practice at Baby's Space is a holistic approach - and solution - to the disparities in infant mortality, academic achievement gaps, mental illness and poor high school graduation rates. 

While most programs and accompanying money are treating the symptoms of these problems, our holistic approach keeps problems from emerging. How do we do it? Baby's Space serves a neighborhood's most vulnerable children with high-quality childcare, kindergarten through grade-three public education, parenting support and mental health services. How do we measure it? Last year, all of our preschool students met or exceeded the criteria of the Minneapolis Public Schools kindergarten readiness assessment.

The word is out! Our success at Baby's Space is attracting attention as we expand to new neighborhoods. You can view firsthand how we approach our programs -  and join our team in offering effective solutions to close the gap. 

Best Regards,

Founder and Executive Director