Rep. Lloyd Doggett, Dr. Libby Doggett Visit Pre-K 4 SA in San Antonio

U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett, Deputy Assistant Secretary Dr. Libby Doggett Visit Pre-K 4 SA in San Antonio

Washington— U.S. Congressman Lloyd Doggett, a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee and House Budget Committee, and Dr. Libby Doggett, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Early Learning at the Department of Education, visited San Antonio’s Pre-K 4 SA facility that recently opened for this academic year. The Doggetts toured the new facility, hosted a meet-and-greet with parents of students, and spoke with faculty and staff about the importance of early childhood education.

“Quality early childhood education is an important indicator of later educational success for a student.” said Rep. Lloyd Doggett. “I was inspired by the commitment of the teachers and staff, the eagerness of the students, and the dedication of their parents in helping make Pre-K 4 SA a success. It is a model for the country.”

Pre-K 4 SA is a full-day prekindergarten program for four-year-olds living in the City of San Antonio, and currently serves 500 students with full-day Pre-K instruction. It is free for qualifying students and also accepts tuition-paying students. Meals for students are included and free transportation is available to all students. Pre-K 4 SA will have four Education Centers located throughout the City for the 2014-2015 school year.

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