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Durham County outlines progress toward universal Pre-K, cites $7.3 million investment
Summary
At the Feb. 3 work session staff updated the Board on implementation of the Early Childhood Action Plan and Durham PreK, noting $7.3 million invested in 2024–25 and continued use of a braided funding model with partners to expand access to high-quality Pre-K for four-year-olds.
Durham County staff presented an implementation update on the Early Childhood Action Plan (ECAP) and Durham PreK at the Feb. 3 Board work session, highlighting milestones and ongoing funding commitments.
Agenda materials state the county invested $7.3 million in 2024–25 toward Durham PreK and described a braided funding model that leverages public schools, Head Start and private providers to expand access for four-year-olds. Staff noted the update emphasizes cash payments to families, social-emotional supports and peer‑support models that connect families with early childhood services. The County Manager recommended the Board receive and discuss the annual update.
Resource persons listed include Meytal Barak, County Early Childhood Coordinator, and Donna Rewalt, County Extension Director. The packet frames the ECAP as aligned with state priorities and local strategic goals; no formal Board action or vote is recorded in the agenda.
