Connecticut’s new law requires children to be five by September 1 to enter Kindergarten, changing the previous rule where a child could start if they turned five before January 1. This shift has created challenges for parents of children born from September to December, who are facing unexpected costs and logistical issues with childcare. Parents like Michelle Rice and Cara September, whose children are turning five later in the year, have expressed frustration over the lack of guidance and short notice. The new law has forced some parents to either apply for a waiver to enter Kindergarten early or face additional childcare expenses, which can amount to $15,000 to $22,000 annually.
https://www.wfsb.com/2024/08/20/parents-ber-babies-get-guidance-states-new-kindergarten-rules
