Coatesville Education Foundation backs kindergarten Jump Start; district to hire teachers and provide transportation
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Summary
The education committee recommended a Jump Start kindergarten program funded by the Coatesville Education Foundation, allocating up to $50,000 per year for three years, serving about 25 students now with capacity up to 40, including transportation and potential extended daycare.
The education committee on July 8 recommended that the full board approve a kindergarten Jump Start program funded by the Coatesville Education Foundation. The program would run in July and August and the recommended staffing includes four kindergarten teachers, two aides, a reading specialist, one contracted speech‑language therapist and one contracted occupational therapist.
Administrators said the foundation has allocated up to $50,000 per year for the next three years to support the program. Staff reported current enrollment near 25 students and said the program can accommodate up to 40 students; the district will provide transportation and is exploring extended daycare options for parents who need midday care.
Board members and staff praised the Education Foundation for community fundraising and implementation support. Regina Lewis (referenced by staff) and foundation partners were acknowledged for early fundraising efforts; staff said the initial $50,000 was raised in roughly two to three months. Committee members asked for program details and capacity numbers, which staff supplied during the meeting.
Next steps: the committee recommended the program to the full board; staff will present final budget and operational details for the board’s consideration.
