The proposed 2014-2015 school budget includes funding for a district-wide pre-kindergarten (Pre-K) program for resident children who reach the age of four on or before December 1, 2014. Transportation for the program will be provided for all eligible Pre-K students by the school district.
The program is provided by Questar III, the Berlin Central School District and partners in collaboration with Capital District Beginnings. The site location is the Berlin Elementary School and students follow the Berlin School calendar for attendance and the building arrival and dismissal times – approximately 8:40 am and 3:10 pm.
This comprehensive and enriched program utilizes the NYS Pre-K Foundation for the Common Core program and the Creative Curriculum to focus on child centered activities, development of strong foundational skills in early literacy and numeracy, social interaction and kindergarten readiness skills.
Families of eligible children are asked to register their child by calling Questar III directly for a registration packet at 396-3520. Directions on how to complete the process will be provided in the packet, and the completed packet must be returned to Questar III by May 23 for consideration in the program. Families must provide a copy of documentation to show proof of residency, a birth or baptismal certificate and, if applicable, custody/guardian papers prior to final enrollment in the program. Once the packet is received by Questar III, a letter of receipt will follow with more information regarding registration, Pre-K screening, parent/guardian orientation, etc.
If your child meets the eligibility requirements stated above and you would like a packet mailed to you, please contact Questar III at 396-3520. If you have any questions regarding residency, contact the Berlin Elementary School at 658-2127, ext. 200.