New USD 388 childcare facility
Ellis Unified School District 388Kansas- Detected
- Jul 21, 2026
- 104 days ago
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
USD 388 Education Foundation and the Ellis Childcare Coalition are planning a new childcare facility on USD 388 land, modeled as a three-bedroom home with an open floor plan and basement shelter, serving up to 12 children. The startup budget is $485,951 for construction, site prep, and equipment, with about 85% ($412,469) already secured via grants and donations and $73,482 remaining. They are applying for Kansas Community Service Tax Credits and seeking pledge and support letters, indicating design, construction, equipment, staffing support, and maintenance services will be needed as the project moves toward build-out.
Center will be managed by USD 388; childcare workers will be on district payroll and facility maintenance handled by the district. Facility is located on an unused portion of the grade school playground.
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- Meeting date
- July 21, 2026
- Agency
- Ellis Unified School District 388
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