Examples of pre-K in a Sentence

attends pre-K
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The district says the money will help pay for a laundry list of programs, such as all-day kindergarten at all grade schools; the universal free breakfast program; pre-K centers; expanded career-technical education programs; and additional social workers, counselors and behavior specialists. Kevin Richert, Idaho Statesman, 10 Sep. 2025 Several other states offer free or subsidized pre-K for at least a certain number of hours per week. Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025 Leonardo left second grade and Romeo first, while Eduardo and Marilú left pre-K 3. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025 Certain populations of students such as those from low-income households, those experiencing homelessness, those who are unable to speak or comprehend English, or children of an active-duty military member are eligible to enroll in a state pre-K program or obtain ESA money. Lina Ruiz september 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pre-K

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First Known Use

1977, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pre-K was in 1977

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“Pre-K.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pre-K. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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