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[quote=Anonymous]Just got the email (non-English version). “After reviewing the process of submitting an application for Head Start funding, we have decided to voluntarily waive the Head Start grant.“

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April 15, 2020

Dear parents of DC Public schools,

I hope you all are healthy in this unprecedented time. In January, we reached out to parents of elementary schools to inform us about how the Federal Head Start fund might change next year. In accordance with our commitment to transparency to the community, we now provide updated information.

DC Public Schools (DCPS) ensures quality curriculum for all preschool classes, and we're proud to have nearly 7,000 preschool students attend this year. With funds from the Federal Head Start program, we can enhance preschool programs at Group I schools by offering additional support and package services to improve the quality of learning. , health, and family happiness.

After reviewing the process of submitting an application for Head Start funding, we have decided to voluntarily waive the Head Start grant. This decision will not reduce the number of prekindergarten enrollments at DCPS schools next school year, which will allow us to make greater efforts for the model program in all our preschool classes. Access to quality, affordable childcare is an essential need for every family throughout the district, and DCPS prides itself on providing free, universal preschool education in a learning environment. road to ensure our children are ready to enter kindergarten. Through local investment, the preschool board will become more consistent with the DCPS cluster support model and will be set up to provide both guidance and family support services to schools. to ensure our classes can continue to provide high quality preschool services.

However, for some affected schools, we expect support staff and subsidized resources - including family services and instructional training - to be cut. DCPS is planning this possibility. Because of the changing demographics of schools that make fewer students eligible to receive Head Start funds as well as changing systems to enhance supervision and safety for students, DCPS is expected to have Head Start fund decline for fiscal year 2021.

In the future, we will continue to support package services for families with the most difficult access to school-level opportunities or through community partners. In addition to the guidance, medical and family services provided to families, DCPS remains focused on conducting supervisory activities in preschool classes. Please find the attached Frequently Asked Questions for Family to answer the top questions.

With a strong commitment to the youngest students, DCPS has made significant improvements in the quality of its classrooms over the past five years, and we look forward to working with you to build a pathway for your children. to success. DCPS maintains its commitment to providing a high quality early childhood education program that we know has a significant and lasting impact on school readiness, achievement throughout the learning process, and a positive life. . Thank you for your continued support of Early Childhood Education at DCPS.[/quote]

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