PRE-K
The Prekindergarten Expansion Grant is a competitive funding opportunity administered by the Division of Early Childhood at the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). This grant aims to broaden the availability of high-quality prekindergarten educational programming and school readiness services for three- and four-year-old children across Maryland.
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Our program is aligned with the goals of The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and focuses on expanding access to prekindergarten for families with limited incomes, specifically:
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- Families with household incomes up to 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL).
- For Fiscal Year 2025, the program includes Tier II families, which cover:
- Children with disabilities
- Children who speak a home language other than English
- Families with household incomes between 300% and 600% of FPL
Key Features
- Target Population: 3- and 4-year-old children, particularly from underserved communities.
- Providers: Both local education agencies (LEAs) and private providers are eligible to deliver the program.​
Focus Areas
- High-quality early childhood education to ensure school readiness.
- Supportive services for children and their families.
Kingdom Kare’s Achievement
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Kingdom Kare is proud to announce that it has been awarded this prestigious grant. As a trusted community provider, Kingdom Kare will use this funding to deliver free, high-quality prekindergarten programming to 3- and 4-year-old children. This opportunity allows Kingdom Kare to further its mission of preparing children for success in school and life, while supporting families through educational access and equity.
This program is a vital step toward equitable access to early education, laying a strong foundation for academic and personal success for Maryland’s youngest learners.
