"At the same time, children's development and families' needs do not end when the bell rings or when they enter kindergarten; continuous afterschool programming from early childhood through adolescence is critical. To fully realize the goals of universal childcaresupport working families, advance educational equity, and strengthen the economyNew York City must extend this vision to K12 students and make universal afterschool programming a core part of the solution."
"As living costs rise, the lack of reliable afterschool options continues to force working parents, especially mothers, to reduce hours, forgo promotions, or leave the workforce altogether. Evidence shows childcare and afterschool programs are fundamental to economic growth. According to the Office of the New York City Comptroller, the disposable income of families could increase by up to $1.9 billion due to the avoidance of child care costs."
Mayor Mamdani and Governor Hochul announced free childcare for two-year-olds and expansion of 3K while advocates urge extension of afterschool programming through K–12. Children's development and families' needs extend beyond kindergarten, requiring continuous afterschool services from early childhood through adolescence. The lack of reliable afterschool options forces working parents, especially mothers, to reduce hours, forgo promotions, or leave the workforce. Afterschool and childcare programs increase parental employment and earnings, reduce absenteeism, and boost job retention. The Office of the New York City Comptroller estimates family disposable income could rise up to $1.9 billion by avoiding childcare costs. Current expansion adding 20,000 K-5 slots begins to address demand but further growth is necessary.
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