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flag Indiana’s child care crisis deepens as funding cuts and policy changes slash pre-K enrollment by 33% and leave over 30,000 kids on waitlists.

flag Indiana’s child care system is under strain as funding cuts and eligibility changes have reduced pre-K enrollment and provider capacity in Fort Wayne and beyond. flag State-imposed limits on the On My Way voucher program, lower reimbursement rates, and paused federal child care assistance have led to a 33% drop in enrollment and over 30,000 children on waitlists. flag Providers face reduced pay, closures, and staffing challenges, while schools like Fort Wayne Community Schools saw funding plummet and pre-K programs shrink. flag Despite efforts to sustain services through Title I funds, long-term stability remains uncertain as state officials cite budget constraints and lawmakers debate new funding.

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