Smart Start preschool classroom grant
Wethersfield School DistrictConnecticut- Detected
- Oct 27, 2026
- 6 days ago
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- Grants
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From the meeting
Wethersfield Public Schools said it was awarded $172,500 through the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood Smart Start Preschool Expansion Grant. The grant will establish a new full-day preschool classroom at Charles Wright Elementary School for 15 children. The award includes $97,500 for program operations and $75,000 for classroom improvements and resources.
This creates a funded implementation opportunity for preschool supplies, fit-out, and program support.
- Meeting date
- October 27, 2026
- Agency
- Wethersfield School District
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