De Blasio praises pre-k in State of the City speech
Although affordable housing was the main topic of the mayor’s speech Tuesday night, he did praise the success of his universal pre-k, which enrolled 30,000 more students than last year. …
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De Blasio’s Pre-K Plan Deserves a Chance
The case for universal pre-K is a no-brainer. By investing in our children early, and with the right resources, would equip them with the tools necessary not only to succeed in kindergarten, but in overall educational attainment.
Read MoreThe Nation’s Betsy Reed on How de Blasio’s Pre-K Plan Could “Redistribute Wealth”
“Something’s being lost in the battle of the pre-K plans,” says Betsy Reed of The Nation.
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Key Lawmakers Show Support for Mayor’s Pre-K Plan, Others Deride
The pre-K plan proposed by New York City Mayor de Blasio has its detractors and supporters. Recently, key New York City elected officials ramped up support of the mayor, as a state senator bashed hopes of a vote on the plan in Albany.
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De Blasio Hits a Snag in Pre-K Plan
It’s no secret that education and pre-K is at the top of Bill de Blasio’s policy agenda, but now he is having a tough time convincing lawmakers in Albany to …
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