During a special business meeting on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, the School Board voted 5-0 in favor of approving a public Pre-K expansion grant.  Superintendent Christopher Record said, “We have been working on this for a year and half.  We tried last year, but didn’t get chosen and tried again this year.”  Record credited Business Manager Marcie Weeks, Assistant Superintendent Michelle McClellan, Director of Special Services Del Peavy, and Kathy Raftice and her staff from Cape Care for their “tremendous efforts.”

The grant provides for 30 Pre-K students and funding for two teachers, three ed-techs, a van to drive students, and updates to the playground located at the high school.  A portion of the funding comes from the state’s ED279 distribution in the amount of $164,601.  The grant provides the remaining $339,798.  Record said, “This provides a real educational opportunity for kids who might not have access.”  

Currently, Cape Care has received 29 applications for the Pre-K.  Should the number exceed capacity, a blind lottery will be held.