Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is planning a $20 million investment in early education. He first publicly mentioned the plan in his “State of the City” address in April.
The money will go toward refurbishing childcare centers, subsidies to help families afford childcare and bonuses for teachers.
During an appearance on WABE’s “Closer Look” with host Rose Scott, Dickens said a lot of Atlanta’s childcare facilities haven’t been able to afford necessary repairs through the years.
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