The Hidden Crisis of Preschool Expulsion
Update: 2025-11-01
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Many parents are shocked to learn that preschool expulsion rates are higher than K-12 expulsion rates. These exclusions from school happen in public, private and charter schools and often happen along lines of race, income and/or disability.
Candice Daulton, an early childhood professional at St. David's for more than 20 years, and Cindy Hillyer, a longtime leader in early childhood and a former director of early childhood programs in the Minneapolis Public Schools join Dr. Marti Erickson and Dr. Erin Erickson in this episode of Mom Enough. They share both personal and professional perspectives on exclusion and the changes needed to ensure that every child is able to receive the early education they need. And they highlight how St. David's has found ways to keep kids in school and thriving, bringing to life their motto, "Your family, our team, one us." Don't miss the 2nd episode of this 3-part series, Raising Children to Succeed in Learning and Life, brought to you through a partnership between Mom Enough and St. David's Developmental and Therapeutic Services.
HAS YOUR FAMILY BEEN AFFECTED BY PRESCHOOL EXPULSION?
Have you or someone close to you had experience with a young child being suspended or expelled from childcare or preschool? What factors do you think contribute to that problem? And what could help bring about positive change?
Many parents are shocked to learn that preschool expulsion rates are higher than K-12 expulsion rates. These exclusions from school happen in public, private and charter schools and often happen along lines of race, income and/or disability.
Candice Daulton, an early childhood professional at St. David's for more than 20 years, and Cindy Hillyer, a longtime leader in early childhood and a former director of early childhood programs in the Minneapolis Public Schools join Dr. Marti Erickson and Dr. Erin Erickson in this episode of Mom Enough. They share both personal and professional perspectives on exclusion and the changes needed to ensure that every child is able to receive the early education they need. And they highlight how St. David's has found ways to keep kids in school and thriving, bringing to life their motto, "Your family, our team, one us." Don't miss the 2nd episode of this 3-part series, Raising Children to Succeed in Learning and Life, brought to you through a partnership between Mom Enough and St. David's Developmental and Therapeutic Services.
HAS YOUR FAMILY BEEN AFFECTED BY PRESCHOOL EXPULSION?
Have you or someone close to you had experience with a young child being suspended or expelled from childcare or preschool? What factors do you think contribute to that problem? And what could help bring about positive change?
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