'26-'27 Preschool scholarship application
Preschool scholarships are available to families in Benton and Tama counties whose household income is 200% or less than the federal poverty level.
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2026 Federal Poverty Level Table
2025 Snapshot
FY26 Services
2023 Iowa Child Care Workforce Study
Salary recommendations for the early care and education
The goal of this salary scale is competitive wages. Turnover and staff well-being challenge the stability of early childhood programs; competitive wages are a critical part of stabilizing the workforce. The rates listed are a starting amount, not a cap or range.
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