We really enjoy connecting with people to discuss strategic solutions to challenging issues. Although we cannot get together in person right now, virtual events keep the ideas and collaboration flowing. This month, PPA staff Dr. Nancy McCrohan, Anna Colby, and Nathalie Winans conducted a webinar with Feeding America West Michigan as part of a larger … Continued
Public Policy Associates (PPA) is conducting research on the effects of policy changes to the Michigan Child Development and Care (CDC) program, which provides assistance to help families access quality child care. The preliminary report of findings is now available on PPA’s website. The policies under examination included instituting a graduated program exit, a 12-month … Continued
The 2020 Child Care Market Rate Survey opens on October 26 to all licensed child care providers in Michigan. Providers have the option to take the survey online, on paper, or by telephone. Public Policy Associates, Inc. is conducting the survey on behalf of the Michigan Department of Education, Office of Great Start. The survey … Continued
One in four school-age children in the United States don’t have the digital tools in their homes to support remote learning Public Policy Associates, Inc. researchers have found in a new study for the National Education Association. The lack of computers or high-speed internet means millions of students are ill-equipped for the online education that … Continued
