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Kentucky Expands Pre-K to 4 Districts | Lexington News
Kentucky’s Pre-K for All initiative is expanding fast, with Franklin County and Glasgow Independent Schools joining the pilot — bringing the total to four districts set to launch in 2026-2027. Governor Beshear says this isn’t just about school readiness — it’s about saving families money, boosting the workforce, and fueling local economies. Already serving nearly 3,000 kids, the program tackles a critical gap: fewer than half of Kentucky’s kids enter kindergarten prepared. With backing from 150+ business owners, 100+ superintendents, and thousands of Kentuckians urging lawmakers, early…
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