strive for continuity between early care and education
programs and elementary schools; (c) help children learn and
make sense of their complex and exciting world; (d) are
committed to the success of every child; (e) are committed to
the success of every teacher and every adult who interacts
with children during the school day; (f) introduce or expand
approaches that have been shown to raise achievement; (g)
are learning organizations that alter practices and programs if
they do not benefit children; (h) serve children in communities;
(i) take responsibility for results; and (j) have strong
leadership