AK SB112

Requires the Department of Education and Early Development to devise a statewide early childhood education plan for students three and four years of age that incorporates early learning guidelines adopted by the State Board of Education.

Mandates the plan provide for effective and efficient coordination with or expansion of pre-elementary programs operating in the state, including Head Start programs to the extent permitted by law.

Directs the State Board of Education to adopt early learning guidelines that support an effective, cost-efficient, and optional pre-elementary program provided under the statewide early childhood education plan.

Requires the Department of Education and Early Development to submit a report to the legislature on or before January 15, 2010 detailing the early childhood education plan.