Mayor Bowser Announces Nearly $5 Million Grant to Support District’s Early Learning System
Date Released:
Wed, 12/04/2024
(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), has awarded the District a $4.9 million Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five (PDG B-5). The grant will bolster postsecondary scholarships and professional learning opportunities for early childhood educators while enhancing a comprehensive system of integrated supports for children, families, and educators. The goal is to foster high-quality, inclusive learning environments for children from birth to age five.
