Utah Issues
The State of Our Kids: The Early Years
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Few public issues command as much attention as the fate and future of our children.
In a state that prides itself on a deep commitment to children and family, how is Utah doing in serving the youngest members of our community? KUED explores the state of early childhood education programs in the Beehive State through the lens of three Utah families.
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Utah Issues is a local public television program presented by PBS Utah
Utah Issues
The State of Our Kids: The Early Years
Special | 27m 34sVideo has Closed Captions
In a state that prides itself on a deep commitment to children and family, how is Utah doing in serving the youngest members of our community? KUED explores the state of early childhood education programs in the Beehive State through the lens of three Utah families.
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