The expansion was driven by feedback from families that said they earned too much to qualify for free pre-K but too little to afford a quality program, said Paul Chapman, interim chief operating officer.
Credit:Pre-K 4 SA announced Wednesday it will open enrollment to 3-year-olds and expand access to free pre-kindergarten for families making less than $75,000.
Pre-K 4 SA also has created a scholarship structure that will allow any family earning up to $75,000 a year to have their 3- and 4-year-olds attend free of charge, CEO Sarah Baray said Wednesday at a press conference. Previously, Pre-K 4 SA only offered free, full-day pre-K to families considered to be economically disadvantaged or whose children qualified for the free- or reduced-price lunch program.
“We know that families are looking for affordable and high-quality early learning for their children, and that is why we made these strategic program enhancements,” Baray said. “We are committed to making Pre-K 4 SA accessible to as many families with 3- and 4-year-olds as possible, no matter what income level.”Since voters approved Pre-K 4 SA in 2012, the full-day pre-K program has served more than 15,000 4-year-olds, Baray said.
By expanding enrollment to 3-year-olds, Pre-K 4 SA will be able to serve children for two years, creating “lasting benefits” for families and the city, Baray said.
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