Grants Pass expands free early learning program amid rising demand

Grants Pass expands free early learning program amid rising demand

The Grants Pass School District plans to open a second early learning site next year, doubling preschool capacity as demand for affordable early childhood education continues to grow.The free program launched in 2023 and offers preschool, playgroups and workshops.Early Childhood Coordinator Annie Blanchard said the pandemic highlighted the need to support kids coming into kindergarten.“There was just a huge skill gap for children before they sta…