Prekindergarten
In Texas, public prekindergarten is a compensatory program. Meaning, the program is offered only to children "at-risk" of not being successful in kindergarten, rather than a universal program open to all four-year-olds.
Qualification:
To enroll in the pre-k program, children and their parents must meet the following criteria:
- Child must be four years old on or before September 1
- Each pre-k campus must serve its' own attendance areas first, proof or residence such as a current lease.
- If child is living with a guardian and/or has been removed from the home by CPS or other agency, we must have documentation of this
- The children/family must meet ONE of the following eligibility criteria:
- The family meets the National School Lunch & Child Nutrition Program Income Eligibility Guidelines (verification of income such as 1040 Form or W-2 Form from the previous year is required). OR
- The child speaks a language other than English and is considered as Limited English Proficient through a state approved test administered by the Student Placement Center. OR
- The family meets the criteria of "homeless"
Enrollment Requirements:
When the family goes to enroll the child at a campus, the following will be required:
- Copy of birth certificate
- Copy of immunization record
- Proof of residence within FWISD, such as a current utility bill or rental statement ( must be in the name of the parent/guardian enrolling the student) NOTE: A driver's license or identification card is not acceptable for proof of residence.
- Proof of income(if enrolling by that eligibility - such as 1040 Form or W-2 Form form the previous year)
All classes for four-year-olds are organized on a first-come basis. Parents/guardians must provide transportation.