Getting the Best Teachers Where They Are Needed Most
Policymakers, parents, and school administrators all want to ensure that students are taught by the best possible teachers, and for good reason. Research has shown that teacher quality is one […]
Brief: Rural Areas Hit Hard by Senate Health Plan
The U.S. Senate’s health care bill would be devastating to rural Arkansas – not just to the health of its citizens but to its economy, as well. Research on the […]
Kids at the Capitol 2017
Each legislative session brings its own bag of mixed goods, and the Regular Session of the 91st General Assembly was no different. While we were concerned about the constant push […]
Talk, Read, Sing: Helping our Littlest Learners Become School-Ready
In partnership with the Arkansas Campaign for Grade-Level Reading and the Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation, today we’re releasing a new policy brief on the importance of talking, reading, and singing with children from […]
What About the Children? How ACA Repeal Will Affect Kids
It’s not just about coverage for adults. As Congress continues the debate about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and a replacement plan, a lot hangs in the balance for children, too. […]
2016 Annual Report
What a year 2016 was for AACF! We had not one, but three legislative sessions during the first half of 2016, including the regular fiscal session and two special sessions […]
AR Child Poverty: Policy to Change Lives, Build Stronger Communities
With the Regular Session of the 91st General Assembly coming up in just weeks, it’s time to shine a spotlight on the critical issue of child poverty in Arkansas and what […]
Clearing the Hurdles: Kids’ Health Coverage in 2016
The annual Finish Line report provides a look at the status of health coverage for Arkansas children and their families. The report unveils key data on the progress we’ve made over […]
From Good to Great in Arkansas: Marvell-Elaine and Prescott
In 2013, southern Arkansas communities Marvell-Elaine and Prescott began working to improve educational outcomes for their children. Both communities were already good places for kids, but they wanted to be great […]
Helping Your Child Succeed in School: A Guide for Parents
All Arkansas students have the right to high-quality learning opportunities. But not all students in our state enjoy the same learning experiences. Some young people have access to high-quality education, while others […]