New York City has allocated an additional $80 million for early childhood education programs, particularly for low-income households. Funding includes $70 million for pre-K special education services like therapy to support nearly 1,200 students in integrated classes. This funding aims to lessen wait times for special education evaluations and expand access to related therapy services. A pilot childcare program for children ages 0 to 2 from low-income families is also set to be developed, with outreach to providers in progress.
"For too long, working families have struggled with the cost of childcare. Years of high living costs have driven many New Yorkers out of the five boroughs."
"The focus will be to reduce meeting wait times for parents of the nearly 1,200 children with special education needs in integrated classes and evaluate close to 1,800 more students annually for special education classes."
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