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Preschool Costs Get a Data Boost | Portland News
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Multnomah County is rolling out a new, data-driven model to accurately calculate the true cost of its universal preschool program, Preschool for All, as it races to provide spots for every 3- and 4-year-old by 2030 — while also boosting teacher pay and education. The model factors in everything from child age and program type to licensing, supplies, and rising employer costs — including a projected $2,300 per student shortfall from last year. As wages for lead teachers are set to climb from $30.65 to nearly $37/hour and benefits soar, the county is also exploring cost-saving measures like a shared insurance pool — all to ensure funding decisions reflect real-world needs and support every child.
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