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Equity Policy

Shaping Fair Education for Every Child – Together

At Cincinnati Preschool Promise, equity is not just a goal—it’s a powerfully shared responsibility that we all bear as a community. We define equity as the collective effort to address the opportunity gaps within our society, which directly impact our children’s ability to reach their full potential. In our mission to expand access to high-quality preschools, we are committed to confronting the lasting effects of bias, prejudice, and discrimination that have created – and continue to create – barriers to opportunity and success.
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Our Trifold Approach to Educational Equity

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Representational equity as the proportional participation in Cincinnati Preschool Promise’s
programs, including children, families, and educators

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Resource equity as the distribution of Cincinnati Preschool Promise resources and spending in order to close equity gaps

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Equity-mindedness as the demonstration of an awareness of and willingness to address equity issues among Cincinnati Preschool Promise leaders and staff

Upholding Our 2019 Equity Policy Commitments

We are committed to following the steps outlined in our Equity Policy adopted in 2019:

  • Allocating the organization’s financial, material, and human capital equitably;
  • Eliminating, where possible, policies and practice that perpetuate these inequities;
  • Ensuring that new CPP initiatives, policies, or procedures do not exacerbate inequities;
  • Identify, develop, and apply policies and practices that have demonstrably made a positive difference for teachers and providers from historically disadvantaged backgrounds; and
  • Support building relationships among providers, in order to break down historic barriers and uplift the high-quality preschool sector.

What the Cincinnati Preschool Promise Equity Policy Means Today

Cincinnati Preschool Promise is deeply committed to making equitable education the standard – not the exception –in our city. By investing in  fair access to resources,  launching impactful initiatives, and removing outdated barriers,  we are creating lasting change that begins in preschool and extends into  adulthood. Every child deserves a strong start that begins  with equitable access to the high-quality preschools they need to thrive.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Equity in Education at Cincinnati Preschool Promise

It means giving every child the same chance to succeed by making sure they have access to quality preschool, no matter their background.

We work with families and community providers to make sure all kids, especially those in underserved areas, get the support they need to learn and grow.

When kids start preschool on equal footing, they’re more likely to succeed in school and in life. Equity helps close learning gaps early.