Pigatti, LeahRethwisch, Fran2018-07-242018-07-242010https://hdl.handle.net/11299/198291This report summarizes the efforts of early childhood education programs and four levels of mental health involvement and support that University of Minnesota Children, Youth & Family Consortium believes needs to be present for successful outcomes. This archival publication may not reflect current scientific knowledge or recommendations. Current information available from the University of Minnesota Extension: https://www.extension.umn.edu.University of Minnesota Children, Youth & Family Consortium embarked on an effort to explore interactions of Education and Health Disparities in the context of an ecological perspective is a significant area of necessary discussion, especially for programs such as Early Head Start and Head Start. Because of CYFC's diverse experiences working with children and families living in poverty, they believe the integration of family mental health services is necessary for effective intervention. This report summarizes the efforts of early childhood education programs and four levels of mental health involvement and support that CYFC believes needs to be present for successful outcomes.enCYFCadverse childhood experienceschildren's mental healtheducation systemsPoverty as the Root Cause of Poor Educational and Mental Health Outcomes for Young ChildrenReport