$194K In State Aid For Belmar Schools To Expand Pre-K

BELMAR, NJ — The Belmar School District will receive $194,334 to bolster its preschool program, Gov. Phil Murphy announced on Tuesday. It's one of 31 eligible school districts set to receive over $20 million in state ate.

“By investing in early childhood education, we are making a long-term investment in the next generation,” Murphy said. “Every child deserves the opportunity to have access to quality pre-K programs and this funding will provide our children with the tools and support they need to reach their greatest potential."

The awarding of Preschool Education Expansion Aid (PEEA) was based on the number of low-income students in the district. Funding is expected to be used to expand hours, decrease class sizes, and add more spots for children.

It's not clear exactly how the Belmar School District will use the aid. Another round of funding will be distributed in the near future.

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