From NPR April 25, 2017 Eric Westervelt Professor James HeckmanProfessor James Heckman examines in his paper "The Life-Cycle Benefits of an Influential Early Childhood Program" the positive effects of high-quality early education, especially for disadvantaged kids. While these programs are expensive (Mayor de Blasio's plan for NYC inlcudes a $700 million budget), Heckman says the results are worth the investments. Full coverage can be found at NPR. Upcoming Events More events Harris Reunion Weekend 2024 Fri., May 03, 2024 | 12:00 PM 1307 E. 60th Street Chicago, IL 60613 United States Data and Policy Summer Scholars Program (DPSS): Deep-Dive Conversation with Jose Macias and Alexandra Sobczynski Mon., May 06, 2024 | 7:30 PM International Policy Action Lab Mini Class with Austin Wright Tue., May 07, 2024 | 6:00 AM