Why New York's neediest families aren't using free pre-K and 3K
The program, started by former Mayor Bill de Blasio, was once a national model.
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The program, started by former Mayor Bill de Blasio, was once a national model.
Delayed payments of over millions of dollars are due for child care providers in New York City, causing providers and parents stress. The situation, already deemed an emergency, caused at least one network of providers to shut down.
Officials are launching “rapid response” teams to individually work with the community organizations that operate the bulk of the city’s free preschool programs.
Child care providers and parents have grown frustrated over millions of dollars in delayed payments, and one major center is closing.
Simone Hawkins’ exit comes at a financial crisis point for many preschool operators, who say they’ve been waiting months for payments and are on the brink of insolvency.