HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda 02-25-20 Attachment 6 - Universal PreK Study Universal Pre-K Study Status
In response to a Board of Commissioner petition, County staff have initiated a data collection effort to
analyze strategies that would expand pre-kindergarten educational opportunities and achieve universal
pre-kindergarten coverage. Staff is gathering information on the universe of projected need, barriers to
accessing current child care and pre-kindergarten programs, and the general magnitude of costs for
expanding current services.
The ability to expand pre-kindergarten education, at least in the short term, will also rely on adequate
private and public facilities to serve additional students. The County's preliminary work will also attempt
to assess the current capacity available for additional pre-kindergarten education.
The initial work on student demand, capacity, and potential short term and long term costs will be
presented to the Board of County Commissioners prior to budget discussions for additional feedback and
direction.