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Program: Elk Grove Unified School District - Early Childhood Education

Agency: Elk Grove Unified School District


Resource Number: 4092578
Alternate name: Pre-Kindergarten, EGUSD Head Start, State Preschool, Title I, 0-3 Playgroup, Kinder Camps

Description
​Provides opportunities for pre-kindergarten early childhood education by offering several programs that help 3 and 4-year-old children get ready for kindergarten. The programs are funded from different sources and their requirements vary by funding source. Head Start, Title I, and State Preschool programs are free to income-eligible families. Children enrolled in Pre-K programs participate in educational activities focusing on emerging literacy and numeracy skills.

Head Start - Head Start is a federally funded program for 3 and 4-year-old children. There are two class sessions available, 3.5 hours per day, Monday through Thursday, and 6 hours per day Monday through Friday.

California’s State Preschool - (Assembly Bill 172) - California's State Preschool is a state-funded program serving 3 and 4-year-old children. State preschool classrooms focus on preparing children for kindergarten. Classes are in session three hours per day, Monday through Friday.

Title 1 Preschool - Title 1 Preschool is for children ages 3 and 4 who live within the boundaries of a Title 1 school. Classes are in session 2.5 hours per day, Monday through Friday.

Parent-Child Playgroup - A play-based parent participation program that is free for families residing in the EGUSD. Children must be 0-3 years old and a parent/caregiver must participate with their child. The program promotes experiences in language and literacy, social-emotional, gross and fine motor skills, and numeracy development. In-person classes are currently being held at Herman Leimbach, Prairie, and Charles Mack Elementary.


Program Phones:
916-686-7704
Main - PreK-6 Education

Website: www.egusd.net/StudentsFamilies/ResourcesSupports/Enrollment-Information/How-to-Enroll/Early-Childhood-Education/index.html

Location information
Sites offering this program
+ Elk Grove Unified School District ->
Elk Grove Unified School District  
Location: 9510 Elk Grove-Florin Road
Elk Grove, CA 95624
(Map)
Program Hours:
Head Start: Monday through Thursday, 3.5 hours per day, and/or 6 hours per day Monday through Friday. Hours vary - call for details;
State Preschool: Monday through Friday, 3 hours per day, Hours vary - call for details;
Title 1 Preschool: Tuesday through Thursday, 3 hours per day, Hours vary - call for details
Description: District office located between Sharkey Avenue and Elk Grove Boulevard.
Bus Service: SacRT Bus 13 and 113.
Disabilities Access: Fully accessible to individuals using mobility aids.
Mailing Address: 9510 Elk Grove-Florin Road, CA 95624
Service Area:

Program Delivery
Eligibility: Qualifications for a free Preschool program:
- Child is 3 or 4 years old
- Income guidelines for Head Start or State Preschool are met
- Client lives in the attendance area of a Title I School

For the Parent-Child Playgroup, children must be 0-3 years old and a parent/caregiver must participate with their child.
Languages: English
Application Process: Eligible families need to contact the Pre-K clerk for the site of preference. Telephone for additional information on eligibility and enrollment.
Payment methods:
Program Fees: No fee. Must meet income requirements.
Documents Required: Birth certificate for registering child (Certified or hospital)
Birth certificate for ALL siblings in the home under 18 years of age: to verify family size (Certified or hospital)
Most current and consecutive 30 days of any/all income: (Check stubs, Tax Return, disability, SSI, TANF, or CalWORKs.)
Immunization records or documents from a physician
Current address verification: (Property tax receipt, mortgage statement, rental/lease agreement, utility/rental receipt, recent parent/guardian pay stub, voter registration or government agency documentation, ID/CDL.)
Name of Dental and Medical Plan Medical, Dental, and/or Medi-Cal
Insurance Cards
WIC #, if applicable
Parent/Guardian immunizations (Pertussis, Measles and Influenza) are required to volunteer.
Service Area:
Defined coverage area:
CA-Sacramento County



 

Agency Background

Programs at Elk Grove Unified School District

Elk Grove Unified School District - Adult and Community Education
Elk Grove Unified School District - Education Services
Elk Grove Unified School District - Regional Student Support Centers

Tax Status: None or unknown
Legal Status: Special District
Funding: County; Federal; State.





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