Massachusetts S3214 establishes a grant program for full-day pre-kindergarten expansion.

Massachusetts S3214 creates a grant program to support the development of high-quality, full-day pre-kindergarten programs for children aged 2 years and 9 months to kindergarten eligibility. The Department of Early Education and Care, in consultation with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, will administer the grants. The bill outlines specific requirements for grant applicants, including teacher qualifications, class sizes, and inclusion of children with disabilities. It also mandates ongoing evaluations and annual effectiveness assessments.

Massachusetts S3214 establishes a grant program for full-day pre-kindergarten expansion.

Massachusetts S3214 creates a grant program to support the development of high-quality, full-day pre-kindergarten programs for children aged 2 years and 9 months to kindergarten eligibility. The Department of Early Education and Care, in consultation with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, will administer the grants. The bill outlines specific requirements for grant applicants, including teacher qualifications, class sizes, and inclusion of children with disabilities. It also mandates ongoing evaluations and annual effectiveness assessments.