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Beshear Expands Pre-K Pilots to Two Counties | Lexington News
Governor Andy Beshear is rolling out expanded Pre-K for All pilots in Franklin and Barren counties, targeting a thousand kids with full-day programs starting in 2026-27—funded by federal workforce dollars. He argues early education boosts workforce participation and student outcomes, while critics like House Speaker David Osborne accuse him of diverting funds for political gain, potentially saddling districts with long-term costs. With research backing early learning’s impact and school leaders praising reduced behavioral issues and teacher efficiency, this pilot is a key step toward…
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