Investing in Our Future Reports: This collection of state agency early childhood budget information is designed to serve as a valuable tool for policymakers and advocates, as well as other stakeholders, to aid informed decision-making in early childhood health, education, and well-being.
Our Work
With support from the Mississippi Department of Human Services’ Division of Early Childhood Care and Development, the Systems Change Lab is proud to contribute to the federally funded Preschool Development Grant Birth to Five (PDG B-5) Renewal. Our team advances this work through research and public engagement efforts, including surveys, website management, reports, and other […]
Mississippi Child Care Wages Study The Systems Change Lab conducted a study of Mississippi childcare teacher wages and benefits, working conditions, and current needs. The project was funded by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and conducted in partnership with the Graduate Center for the Study of Early Learning with assistance from the Forum for the Future […]
Mississippi Child Care Market Rate Survey The purpose of this report is to share the findings from the required periodical study of current market rates for child care within the state. The Federal Office of Child Care requires this study to determine the levels of financial assistance that are needed through the Mississippi Child Care […]
