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 January 8, 2024, on the district website and will end on January 19, 2024.
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 AM – 2:30 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 and Charles E. Schwarting Elementary Schools 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?
January 19, 2024
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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Check out Dr. Salina’s latest update on the exciting construction progress of the Plainedge High School gymnasium! We’re thrilled with how things are shaping up and eagerly anticipate the next phases. The upcoming installation of our customized bleachers, advanced padding, state-of-the-art scoreboards, and more will bring this space to life. Stay tuned for more updates as we move closer to unveiling a top-notch facility for our students and community!
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On September 21st, Dr. Edward A. Salina, Jr, PHS Principal Iocco, and our National Honor Society (NHS) students warmly welcomed back the class of 1974 to PHS!
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