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New Berlin administrators recommend launching half‑day universal 4K; board told program could be revenue‑positive
Summary
District administrators presented a feasibility study and recommended a half‑day universal 4K program beginning next school year, estimating about 210 students served and a net positive financial impact over three years; the board was asked to decide by February.
District administrators for the School District of New Berlin recommended the board move forward with a half‑day universal 4K (four‑year‑old kindergarten) program and asked trustees to provide a final decision by February.
The recommendation followed a presentation that reviewed local comparisons, screening data, facility and staffing options, transportation, wraparound care logistics and three‑year financial projections. The administration said the district currently operates an early learning program (established in 2018) but is one of the few districts in the region without a universal 4K offering.
The presentation said neighboring districts (Elmbrook, Pewaukee, Mukwonago, Muskego‑Norway and others) now offer 4K. A member of the public, Matt Gunlak, identified himself as a New Berlin resident and parent and told the board he strongly supports adopting district‑wide 4K to “build it from the ground up with a strong foundational 4Ks program for all our…
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