First State Memphis reports strong Pre-K enrollment and seeks increased county funding

Jun 18, 2025

First State Memphis presented an annual and quarter-2 report showing strong enrollment and kindergarten-readiness gains; the county-funded Pre-K program served children across Shelby County and staff requested $11.5 million for the next school year, up from $9.5 million.

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Dr. Candace Thomas presented an annual report for the 2023–24 school year and a quarter-2 update for the current school year on the county-supported Pre-K program. The presentation highlighted enrollment, attendance, instructional coaching for teachers and family engagement outcomes.

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