Preschool/Early Learning Program Parent Information

Preschool/Early Learning Program Parent Information Dear Parent/Guardian: Thank you for your interest in the Akron Public Schools Preschool and Early Learning Program. We serve typically developing children, also known as peer models, and children with special needs. This registration packet is for typically developing children. If you have a preschooler with special needs, please contact us directly at the phone number or email listed below. To be eligible for preschool and early learning, the child must turn three by Sept. 30 of that school year and parent/guardian must live in an Akron Public Schools district.  Classes are five days/week; 2½ hours in the morning or afternoon.  Parents are responsible for transportation.  Tuition is on a sliding-fee scale with maximum of $75/month for the 2017-2018 school year.  All children receive free breakfast or lunch depending on session attended.  Parent/guardian ID, proof of residency, household income, child’s birth certificate, dentist and primary care doctor (with address, phone and fax information) and shot record are required at enrollment.  Classrooms are located in various elementary schools and subject to change. Most classrooms in school buildings have waitlists. Our two preschool-only locations usually have immediate openings.  Current school locations: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.

Stewart (Main site; preschool only): 1199 V. Odom Blvd. 44307 Barber: 665 Garry Rd. 44305 Case: (swing school) 400 W. Market St 44303 Crouse: 1000 Diagonal Rd. 44320 Essex (Preschool only): 1160 Winhurst Dr. 44313 Harris-Jackson: 1085 Clifton St., 44310 Mason: 700 E. Exchange St. 44306 North High School: 985 Gorge Blvd. 44310 Rimer: 2370 Manchester Rd. 44314 Robinson: 1156 4th Ave. 44306 Sam Salem: 1222 W. Waterloo Rd. 44314

Please complete the registration form and return to: Early Learning Program 1199 Vernon Odom Blvd. Akron, OH 44307 [email protected] Once this form is returned, staff will review and determine if your child will be placed on the waitlist. When an opening becomes available, we will call to schedule an enrollment appointment. If you have questions, please call 330.873.3396