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The document discusses proposed rules for the Arkansas Better Chance (ABC) program, focusing on public comments regarding the prohibition of religious activities in state-funded preschools. Respondents express concerns about potential infringements on religious freedoms and the implications of enforcing such rules. The Arkansas Department of Education emphasizes compliance with the Establishment Clause, stating that public funds cannot support religious instruction or activities during ABC program hours. The document includes various perspectives, highlighting tensions between maintaining secular education and respecting individual religious beliefs.

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What is the funding matrix for Arkansas?

Funding Matrix Arkansas uses a specific formula to arrive at the per-student funding amount. This formula is known as the matrix. The matrix calculates the per-student funding rate based on the cost of personnel and other resources for operating a prototypical school of 500 students.

Who is eligible for the ABC program in Arkansas?

To be eligible for ABC, students must have at least one of the following characteristics: Low income family, parents with low educational level, low birth weight, a teen mother at birth of child, a family with a history of substance abuse/addiction, eligibility for Title I Services, eligibility of services under Public

Does Arkansas have free pre-K?

All PCSSD Pre-K classrooms are funded by the Arkansas Better Chance (ABC) preschool grant and have earned the highest rating of level 3 through Better Beginnings. Which means our program is FREE to those students and families that qualify and meet eligibility requirements.

Is there free pre-k in Arkansas?

The PCSSD ABC Pre-K program is free for qualifying students. PCSSD ABC Pre-K is a standards-based program that aims to build strong foundational skills that help prepare students for kindergarten. It is open to qualifying students who turn three or four on or before August 1 of the enrollment year.

What states offer free pre-K?

Preschool is free for 3-year-olds in Vermont, and 4-year-olds in Florida, Oklahoma, Vermont, and Washington DC. Other states offer free preschool starting at age 4 for low-income families only. Visit Childcare.gov to see the free preschool programs available in your state.

What is the Arkansas Better Chance Program?

The Arkansas Better Chance (ABC) program was created in 1991 to offer high quality early education services to children birth to five exhibiting developmental and socio-economic risk factors.

Is there a fee for pre-K?

Private preschool costs $400 to $1,300 per month or $4,000 to $13,000 per year. Publicly funded preschools are free. Montessori preschool programs cost $1,000 to $1,500 per month. Preschool tuition includes full or half-day programs offered 2, 3, or 5 days per week.

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