Through its activities, the Regents' Center aims to accomplish the following:

• Develop research-based programs and curriculum materials that respect the unique developmental needs of young children and their families.
• Promote applied and interdisciplinary research in early education.
• Disseminate information about developmentally appropriate early education to educators, parents, and the public at state, national, and international levels through workshops, conferences, and publications.
• Assist in developing early education programs for at-risk children and their families.
• Inform policy makers about the developmental and educational needs of young children and their families.
• Promote interinstitutional collaboration among the three State Regents' universities, other educational agencies, and government agencies.