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KSDE seeks board approval for Preschool Age-at-Risk program approvals, outlines requirements
Summary
KSDE told the board it will bring 271 districts for approval to offer Preschool Age-at-Risk programs in 2025–26, summarized statutory authority and program requirements (465 instruction hours minimum, research-based curriculum, staffing ratios) and described the state finance treatment used to fund eligible preschool students.
The Kansas State Department of Education briefed the State Board April 9 on the Preschool Age-at-Risk component of the Kansas School Finance Formula and on KSDE’s role approving district programs for the 2025–26 school year.
Why it matters: Under state law and the finance formula, districts may receive state funding for eligible 3- and 4-year-old children enrolled in board-approved Preschool Age-at-Risk programs. The funding counts each eligible child as a 0.5 full-time equivalent (FTE) for finance purposes and may include applicable weightings (e.g., at-risk, transportation). The board must approve the programs the state will fund.
KSDE update: KSDE staff said the Preschool Age-at-Risk…
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