Spartanburg Schools Build Childcare to Keep Teachers | Greenville News

Spartanburg School District 7 is launching “Little Vikings,” a brand-new on-campus childcare center at Mary H. Wright Elementary, designed to help teachers and staff manage work-life balance by offering affordable, convenient care—saving families hundreds of dollars monthly. The initiative stems from educators struggling to find quality childcare, with some even considering leaving their jobs. With six classrooms serving infants through age 3-K, flexible hours synced to school schedules, and STEM/art studios, the center is already making a difference for parents like teacher Lauren Miller, who says it’s given her peace of mind and focus. Funded by a voter-approved referendum, a second location opens at Jesse Boyd Elementary in July 2027—part of District 7’s broader effort to become a top employer by supporting its people. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/38da5606a827b5c7