Grant Allows Rural MT Kids To Get Ready For Kindergarten

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (AP) — A $14.2-million grant will allow children in Montana to prepare for kindergarten through an online program.

The Times-News reports that pilot programs will also be offered in Idaho, Wyoming, North Dakota and South Dakota.

The nonprofit Waterford Institute will offer an online kindergarten readiness program for free.

They will offer lessons, digital books and animated songs.

Additionally, each family will receive a laptop computer that they can keep if they meet usage requirements.

They’re targeting children who don’t have access to preschool.