Gretchen Whitmer: “The data tells us that students who attend pre K are far…”

“Things most parents already do. That early learning continues in pre K, where kids learn their ABCs and use language to play and make friends. The data tells us that students who attend pre K are far more likely to read and do math at or above grade level. I'm thrilled that Michigan families have repeatedly broken records for pre K enrollment. It's working. So let's keep going. Every parent should know that Michigan is committed to their child's lifelong academic success from pre K through graduation.” (22:27–22:37)

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