Universal Transitional Kindergarten (UTK) is California’s next bold step to increase access to high-quality and inclusive learning for all 4-year-olds. We know that ensuring rich, inclusive, and joyous early learning environments for all early learners, particularly for traditionally underrepresented students, requires a doubling down on equity-focused leadership.
Putting this into practice is our shared purpose. That’s why 21CSLA is leading a statewide UTK Leadership Initiative to prepare leaders to lead for equity in rolling out California’s groundbreaking TK for all 4-year-olds.
Through a three-level professional learning approach and a Leadership Certificate, we integrate essential knowledge, strategies, and perspectives of early childhood practitioners and scholars to collectively envision and advance equitable schooling for our youngest learners.
By learning, improving, and growing together, we can and will transform schools into the places our students deserve.