At PNC Bank, we believe that early childhood education is an economic imperative with the potential for positive social impact.
Research shows that children who have access to high-quality early learning experiences are more likely to complete high school, graduate college, and become productive citizens. National studies show that for every $1 spent on early childhood education, society saves as much as $16 in remedial and corrective services. In Maryland, a state recognized for its leadership in the early childhood education arena, the return is at least $8 for every $1 invested.
This is why PNC Bank invests in young children and the early years. PNC Grow Up Great© is an unprecedented 10-year, $100 million school readiness initiative to help prepare children from birth to age five for success in school and in life.
It is also why I Chair Ready At Five's Executive Leadership Committee, and why PNC Bank supports Ready At Five. As Maryland's only organization focused solely on school readiness, it provides leadership, programs, professional development, and resources that parents, educators, and communities need.
Together, we are making school readiness a reality. What can you do to support school readiness?
Sincerely,
Lou Cestello
Chair, Ready At Five
PNC Regional President, Greater Maryland Region