Kindergarten

Program Description

Only offers half-day kindergarten.

Plans for Full Day or Extended Program

No. The district used Title I in the past for an extended day program but tightening funding necessitated an end of the program.

Other Comments

Teachers have been very vocal about their wishes for full-day kindergarten but the district would need funding and double the amount of space.

Pre-Kindergarten

Program Description

The district is involved with 3 new programs. The district does not staff any of the programs but works in partnership with other entities. 1) One component of the Even Start program is an academic preschool which will enroll approx. 15 children. The district is contributing space at no charge. Entire program serves children birth - 7 years old. 2) District is working in partnership on a preschool class with the Educational Service District (ESD) Family Resource Center. The district provided the furnishings. 3) Partnership between the district, ESD, and the SW Medical Center provides preschool, as well as infant/toddler and sick care. Program will serve 30-60 students. District purchased some furnishings.

Year Implemented

2002-2003

Number of Children Enrolled

Potentially, 45+ children.

Age Group Served

3-to 5-year-olds

Eligibility

Two programs are open to all, 1 program is limited to low income/at-risk children.

Funding Source

Initiative 728; Even Start, Educational Service District, Southwest Medical Center; parent-paid tuition. No response to survey on tuition amount paid and if low-income assistance is offered.

Program Evaluation

No response to survey.

Unmet Demand

Yes.

Plans for Expanded Offering

Yes, but 2 of the 3 programs are limited by space considerations.

Other Comments