Columbus leaders approved a $6 million investment aimed at expanding pre‑kindergarten access across the city. The initiative is expected to cover costs including tuition, teacher pay, classroom supplies, meals and curriculum at qualifying early education sites. The investment targets children who lack access to pre‑K — a gap common across Ohio, where pre‑kindergarten is not funded at the same level as K‑12 education. As a result, many families must pay out of pocket or forgo enrollment entirely.
