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San Francisco Preschool For All

What is SF PFA?. PFA provides Program enhancements of part-day and full-day preschool programs that meet quality standards and prepare children and families for kindergartenNew part-day programs connected to wrap-around and full-day care that meet quality standards and prepare children and familie

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San Francisco Preschool For All

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    1. San Francisco Preschool For All Program Proposal November 2004

    2. What is SF PFA? PFA provides Program enhancements of part-day and full-day preschool programs that meet quality standards and prepare children and families for kindergarten New part-day programs connected to wrap-around and full-day care that meet quality standards and prepare children and families for kindergarten.

    3. What is SF PFA? New part-day programs will be offered free to all eligible San Francisco children, age 4. Other portions of the day will be paid for by parent/caregiver fees, vouchers, or existing subsidies. Enrollment in new part-day programs will be prioritized for families on CEL waiting list; families below self-sufficiency; families who are not yet using licensed care PFA will not supplant any existing funding sources for subsidized care.

    4. What do SF parents say about PFA? 76% likely to enroll child in a city sponsored preschool program 87% say essential or desirable that program be free 77% say essential or desirable that program be full-day 85% say essential or desirable that program be 5-days

    5. Parent Survey (continued) 84% say essential or desirable that program be walking distance from home 93% say preschool curriculum should include reading and math readiness 60% say teacher should reflect familys background 94% say teacher should speak Spanish 91% say teacher should speak Cantonese

    6. Parent Survey (continued) 93% would enroll child in program if it were only day 89% of those likely to enroll say essential or desirable that program be linked to extended care Where would you like program located? 50% - Elementary school 17% - Child Care Center 7% - Church, temple or other religious institution 1% - Family Child Care Home 1% - Somewhere else 22% - No Preference 3% - Dont know / No Answer

    7. Estimated Capacity in Year One Neighborhoods

    8. Estimated Capacity in Year One Zips

    9. Subsidy Use by Children in Year One Neighborhoods

    10. Percentage of 4-Year Olds Receiving ECE Subsidies All Sources

    11. PFA Program Guidelines Focus on expanding preschool within full-day ECE Expand new part-day slots where there is demonstrated need Link to Tiered Reimbursement Model for Staffing and Quality where appropriate Minimum ECERS/FDCERS Score of 4.5 to participate Goal of BA +24 ECE units for Lead Teacher (1:24 children) by 2009 Teacher:child ratio = 1:8

    12. Implementation Scenarios New Part-Day Slots Enhanced Programs GCTR Private Pay State Preschool FCC Participation Networks Large FCC PFA programs

    13. Working Proposal for PFA Reimbursements $5,500 - $6,000 per new slot $3,500 maximum per slot to enhance programs PFA funds may be used to enhance salaries, benefits, or program materials. Salary levels will be established that link to professional standards

    14. First 5 CA: County Plan Requirements 5-7 Year Roll-Out to Universal Pre-K Focus on children enrolling in low API schools Workforce Development increase number of qualified teachers, increase retention, and provide inclusion training Variety of public and private settings that meet quality standards

    15. First 5 CA: Program Criteria Adherence to First 5 CA Equity Principles Participation in statewide evaluation Serve diverse child population with affirmative inclusion Free to all and voluntary At least 3.5 hours during school year or 2.5 hours year-round Connections to full-day, full-year options Invite and support parent and family partnerships

    16. First 5 CA: Program Criteria (continued) Staffing 5 yr goal of Master Teacher with BA and 24 ECE units; Asst. Teacher with AA and ECE units Compensation according to qualifications, using as a minimum State Preschool Standards and rates in the area Staff:Child Ratios do not exceed State Preschool Requirements Minimum group size of 3-5 year olds to ensure kindergarten readiness ECERS/FDCERS of 5+; ADA requirements

    17. First 5 CA: Content, Performance, and Program Criteria CDE/CDD Pre-Kindergarten Learning and Development Guidelines Nutritious meals and snacks Staff to child ratios do not exceed State Preschool requirements (3:24) Transition to Kindergarten support

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