Black Dayton Kids Face Education Gaps | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 2m

A new report reveals deep educational gaps for Black students in the Miami Valley, from kindergarten readiness to high school graduation. Early childhood access is critical but severely limited, with few Black kids under six in quality preschool. Programs like Preschool Promise are making strides, boosting readiness and pushing for teacher diversity — a key factor in college outcomes. Chronic absenteeism, fueled by healthcare, transportation, and economic hurdles, further threatens progress. The message: talent exists everywhere, but opportunity doesn’t — and it’s time to act to ensure every…