Task Force Reflections Webinar 3 - Funding and Affordability

Texas families are facing a child care affordability crisis, while child care providers and schools struggle to make the economics of early childhood programs work. Join us for a conversation with leaders from Texas and beyond as we unpack the costs, explore how employer partnerships can reduce family burdens, and better understand Pre-K Partnerships that are helping expand access and family choice. We’ll reflect on what Texas could do differently as it explores new governance options. CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 8:13 Why is Childcare so Expensive? 16:52 What Can we Learn from Employer Cost-Sharing Models? 32:36 PreK Partnerships: Design and Practice 44:26 Q&A