VOICES FOR PRE-K

Commentary from our partners and supporters about Pre-k.
Pre-K for PA on WITF Radio’s Smart Talk

Pre-K for PA on WITF Radio’s Smart Talk

While Pre-K for PA representatives were making the case for high-quality pre-k, a York county mom called in to share her story of how Pre-K Counts “has just done amazing things” for her son.

An open letter to Gov.-elect Tom Wolf

An open letter to Gov.-elect Tom Wolf

Pre-K for PA has released an open letter to Governor-elect Tom Wolf, standing ready to work alongside him and the General Assembly to make high-quality pre-k accessible to all children.

“We’ll help teach her!”

“We’ll help teach her!”

“We’ll help teach her!” Read how the children in Lorena’s pre-k class in Mt. Pocono helped teach their classmate how to speak English.

Is Delaware County Ready for Kindergarten?

Is Delaware County Ready for Kindergarten?

Today, Delaware County Leaders hosted Pre-K for PA at a local preschool, stressing the need for expanded access to high-quality pre-k in preparing children for kindergarten. Read the article in Delaware County Daily Times See the photo caption in the News of Delaware...

Meet Sonja and Lailah Claxton

Meet Sonja and Lailah Claxton

“There are only so many trips one can make to the library.” Sonja Claxton tells the powerful story of her struggle and perseverance in raising Lailah with the skills and support she needed for her early education and care. Read their full story.

Why is pre-k out of reach? A tale of two dads.

Why is pre-k out of reach? A tale of two dads.

Too many families face the painful choice between paying their bills and providing their child an early education. Read our latest blog post featuring the stories of dads from West Chester and Pittsburgh.

The Morning Call Letters to the Editor: Pre-K programs help prepare next generation

The Morning Call Letters to the Editor: Pre-K programs help prepare next generation

As a retired rear admiral of the Coast Guard, I know firsthand just how difficult it is to find qualified men and women to fill the ranks.

The documented impact of early education is impressive, and I am encouraged by the actions of local businesses to expand access to these services through the preschool scholarship program.