Preschool news
The gist
Washington state announced 42 new preschool sites serving 2,400 more children this school year.
The expansion tests whether public-private funding can widen early education access amid budget strain.
How it unfolded
- Sep 19, 2026The preschool at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Davenport announced it is closing after nearly 50 years, with its items to be sold and free books given with every purchase.
- Sep 21, 2026Governor Bob Ferguson and the Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families announced 42 new Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program sites for this school year, including locations in Whatcom and Skagit counties.
- Sep 22, 2026A vehicle caught fire in the parking lot of Southside Preschool during a routine arrival; no injuries were reported.