Tag: pre-k

Two Children for Every Available Seat: Delaware’s Unmet Child Care Demand

Early Childhood Education

July 12th, 2024

Affordable, accessible child care is a foundational necessity for supporting families and the economy.  But statewide data has showed us that as many as 80 percent of Delaware parents and caregivers are holding back from advancing their careers, pursuing education, or buying a home because they cannot access or afford child care. What...

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As Legislature Wraps, Lawmakers Focus on School Climate, Child Care, and Holistic Supports for Students and Educators

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July 2nd, 2024

The 152nd General Assembly—the last one convened under Gov. John Carney—is officially in the books. As promised during his final State of the State Address, Gov. Carney’s recommended pay increases for educators passed the final budget. Overall, Delaware saw its state education budget grow 8.6-percent over last year, with $171,658,500...

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Early Childhood and Teacher Supports Main Focus Areas this Legislative Session

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July 7th, 2023

Another half of a legislative session is in the books for Delaware. This year—the penultimate one in Gov. John Carney’s second term—lawmakers affirmed the governor’s budget, while paying special focus to supporting teachers, families with young children, and early learning programs. As educators continue to take on more...

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General Assembly Proposals Seek to Stabilize Child Care

Early Childhood Education

March 2nd, 2023

Leading Senators on Health & Social Services and Education Committees have introduced two bills responding to advocate priorities focused on Purchase of Care, a state subsidy, which has been underfunded for decades. The bills will pay child care providers a statewide rate and stabilize support for families and providers. Senate...

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