Preschool in Hawaii: Higher costs, fewer programs?
February 4, 2024
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as posted by the channelPreschool costs for many families will be reduced next year thanks to changes to the Preschool Open Doors program that expanded the criteria to qualify for state subsidies to include families with 3-year-olds and those making up to 300% of the federal poverty guideline.
Previously, the program only helped to cover the preschool tuition of 4-year-olds and had more restrictive income requirements.
The number of children qualifying for these tuition subsidies is projected to double this year, increasing demand for early learning as the state progresses toward its ambitious goal of providing all 3- and 4-year-olds access to preschool by 2032.
Currently, roughly half of Hawaii’s children do not attend preschool, according to Ready Keiki, an initiative introduced by Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke to help the state achieve its 2032 goal.
Luke said the changes mean even a family of four making a household income of $100,000 could now qualify for a preschool tuition subsidy.
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