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Pre-K in Ohio. Maryse Gonzalez Ohio School Boards Association. Ohio early research. Most programs targeted at specific student populations Quality of services uneven Navigating programs difficult. School Readiness Solutions Group. Comprehensive statewide early learning system
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Pre-K in Ohio Maryse Gonzalez Ohio School Boards Association
Ohio early research Most programs targeted at specific student populations Quality of services uneven Navigating programs difficult
School Readiness Solutions Group • Comprehensive statewide early learning system • Accessibility to all • Statewide school readiness expectations • Collaboration among programs and agencies • Sustainability
Governor’s budget proposals • Provides $125.3 Million in FY08 & FY09 for the Early Learning Initiative Program • Expands Ohio’s public pre-school program by $22.5 Million over biennium • Establishes an “Early Childhood Cabinet”