Sujata Dand
Early Education Reporter-
Texas is trying to expand access to preschool by encouraging school districts to partner with private child care centers. But some longtime Dallas providers say the school district that’s supposed to be their partner is also becoming their competition. -
Data shows the number of Texas children on a waiting list for childcare payment assistance has spiked in recent years, and advocates worry the pressure on the system isn't letting up. -
The federal government is considering giving states more power over Head Start. Providers in Texas worry that will lower childcare standards. -
Dallas County childcare advocates are looking for other avenues to help fund early education programs for low-income families. -
A major overhaul would eliminate hundreds of federal requirements for the program that provides free early education to low-income families. North Texas advocates say they aren't sure the state can fill those gaps. -
The expansion of the district's free pre-K program could fill more seats, and will pay off academically, said Assistant Superintendent Debbie Ramos. -
The Museum School of East Dallas is one of four new Texas charter schools opening this semester. Some Dallas ISD families worry it is dividing a close-knit community by drawing away funding, students, and teachers. -
The baby box is a safe option for parents in crisis to surrender babies up to 60 days old.
