The Hechinger Institute was created at Teachers College in 1996 by former Teachers College president Arthur Levine. The Institute honors the legacy of Fred Hechinger, the legendary education editor for the New York Times. We do this by helping journalists produce coverage that is "fair, accurate and insightful." This blog is one of the ways that I, as director of the Institute, will be pursuing that goal. I (and guest bloggers) will be on the lookout for really good stories about all aspects of early education. I'll also be suggesting story ideas for my journalistic colleagues. Pointing out holes in coverage. Taking note of issues that deserve more attention. So, if you see good coverage or not-so-good coverage, please send it along.