Four-Year-Old Kindergarten Grants

FISCAL NOTE

Under s. 20.255 (2) (dp), Stats., 2007 Wisconsin Act 20 appropriated $3 million annually beginning in 2008-09 for school districts to apply to the department for a 2-year grant to implement a 4-year-old kindergarten program.

In the first year of the grant, the school board may receive up to $3,000 for each 4-year-old kindergarten pupil; in the succeeding year, $1,500 per 4-year-old pupil. If funds are insufficient, the department may prorate the payments.

The rule establishes criteria and procedures for awarding grants under this program. The rules will have no fiscal effect on local governments or small businesses as defined in s. 227.114 (1) (a), Stats.

The costs associated with administering this grant program will be absorbed by the department.

For questions about this information, contact Loretta L. Slauson (608) 267-9127

Last updated on 3/12/2008 11:52:38 AM