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Great Neck plans free full-day pre-K, hopes to start in 2027-28
What happened
Administrators told the board on April 21, 2026 they want to move from a half-day pre-K to a full-day program in every elementary building, hoping to launch in 2027-28. Classes would shrink to 18 students.
Why it matters to families
Families who want a full day now pay about $5,000 a year for Fun for Fours. A district-funded full day would end that fee. The state governor has proposed requiring full-day pre-K by 2028-29.
The evidence
The April 21, 2026 recording has the presentation by the superintendent, the assistant superintendent for elementary education and the JFK and Parkville principals. They described this as planning, with family input still to come.
The source
Board meeting recording, April 21, 2026See the full record for Great Neck Union Free School District.
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