In Teton County
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Collectively, our organizations serve about 88% of all Teton County preschool-aged children.
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Including many children that are classified by Teton County as living below the poverty level.
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About 1-in-4 Teton County children qualifies for free or subsidized lunches at school.
Long Term Success
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Studies show that early childhood education helps prevent crime, increase graduation rates and college attendance, reinforces self-control and self-esteem in adulthood, and even improves parenting practices in the next generation.
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Children getting early childhood education have less need for special education and other government services throughout their lifetime that costs taxpayers an estimated $7500 per child. In other words, it sets children and communities up for long-term success.
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