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flag Washington state gets $1B from Ballmer Group to expand preschool for low-income kids.

flag Washington state is expanding its Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) with a $1 billion, 10-year grant from the Ballmer Group, aiming to add up to 10,000 new preschool seats for low-income children. flag The funding, tied to maintaining state investment, will boost ECEAP capacity from about 14,000 to nearly 25,000 children, with 2,000 new slots expected in the 2026-27 school year. flag The program serves children from families earning up to $50,000 annually, with eligibility expanding to 50% of median income by 2030-31. flag The grant supports efforts to stabilize funding after prior cuts and address staffing shortages, with state leaders pushing for legislation to establish a dedicated account.

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