Pre-Kindergarten FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The Plainedge Pre-Kindergarten Program is a free full day program for students, funded by a grant from New York State. Continuation of the program each year is fully dependent on funding from the Federal Government and/or New York State.
1. Who is eligible?
Students who will reach the age of 4 by December 1 of the year of enrollment in the program, and who are residents of Plainedge School District, are eligible to apply.
2. What is the application process?
Applications are available, beginning on December 1, 2025, on the district website and will end on December 12, 2025.
3. What is the selection process?
Selection for this program, which is limited due to limited funding, is done by a lottery. Random selection is required by New York State. Only those who submit a completed registration with all required documentation will be placed in the lottery. Once the maximum capacity has been reached, each subsequent name pulled is put on a waiting list, in order of their draw from the lottery. Parents are notified by email of the results of the lottery once the names have been selected by a committee.
4. Is the program accredited through New York State?
Plainedge Pre-K Program has a partnership with St. Joseph’s University, which has an accredited pre-kindergarten program.
5. Is transportation provided?
Parents are required to provide transportation for their children for the Pre-K program.
6. How many hours a day will the program run?
This is a full-day program that will run 5 days a week from 8:10 AM – 2:40 PM. It will follow the Plainedge School District calendar.
7. How much will this program cost?
There is NO fee for this program.
8. Will the program be located at my elementary school?
The Pre-K program will only run at Eastplain, Charles E. Schwarting Elementary Schools, and Plainedge Middle School depending on space availability/enrollment.
9. How can I apply for the Universal Pre-Kindergarten program?
You may apply for the Pre-K program by completing the PRE-KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION online.
Please note that submitting the application does not guarantee a place in the program.
❏ You must submit proof of residency and a copy of your birth certificate to be eligible for this program.
❏ Selection is done by lottery.
❏ Those selected will be notified by mail.
10. When is the deadline for the Pre-K application?
December 12, 2025
11. Is before and/or after-school care available for students in the program?
No, since the start and end times will be different from the school hours for K-6.
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All Plainedge schools will be open on Tuesday, January 27, at their regularly scheduled times. In addition, all afterschool and evening activities will proceed as scheduled.
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At the November 18, 2025 Board of Education meeting, the Board of Education shared exciting plans to re-launch a committee focused on reviewing proposed capital improvements to provide students with a safe and welcoming learning environment while maintaining fiscal responsibility. We’d love for you to apply and be considered for this important work!
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Plainedge Public Schools are closed today- Monday, January 19,2026 in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
The Cornell Cooperative Extension 4H Dairy Program lets students dive into the local dairy world, seeing milk’s journey from the farm to your fridge, discovering exciting dairy careers, and learning so much more along the way.
Fun fact: one cow can produce up to 8 gallons of milk a day!
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Plainedge Fitness Center Open House: Join us for an inside look at our state-of-the-art fitness center!
Friday,January 9 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Sunday,January 11 | 11:00 AM–1:00PM
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🏒✨ Saturday night was a win on and off the ice! The New York Islanders’ Teacher of the Month, Charles E. Schwarting Elementary School teacher Megan Bender, celebrated an exciting overtime victory and scored big for her classroom, too!
Megan received $500 in classroom supplies, generously sponsored by Xerox. Congrats, Megan, and thank you for all you do! 📚💙🧡🍎
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Plainedge Fitness Center Open House:
Join us for an inside look at our state-of-the-art fitness center!
🔴Friday, January 9, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
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Happy New Year, Plainedge Community!
The Plainedge Public Schools Central Administration and Board of Education wish everyone a very happy and healthy New Year 2026!
