SEC. 37-21-51. Legislative findings.

(1) As used in Sections 37-21-51 through 37-21-55, the term "preschool children" means any children who have not entered kindergarten.

(2) To ensure that all children have access to quality early childhood education and development services, the Legislature finds and declares the following:

(a) Parents have the primary duty to educate their young preschool children;

(b) The State of Mississippi can assist and educate parents in their role as the primary caregivers and educators of young preschool children; and

(c) There is a need to explore innovative approaches and strategies for aiding parents and families in the education and development of young preschool children.

SOURCES: Laws, 2000, ch. 510, § 1, HB418, eff from and after July 1, 2000.