Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) is a free, state- and federally funded program for four-year-old children. Children are eligible if they are district residents and turn four on or before December 1 of the school year. Some districts may also offer a 3-year-old program if funding allows.

No. UPK is voluntary for both families and school districts. However, once enrolled, the district's attendance policies apply.

No. Children may only attend UPK the year they are first eligible—typically the year before they enter kindergarten.

Updates and inquiries can be directed to Alaina Benzer, the elementary principal or Kristin Warren, District Registrar,  via email or phone. Additionally, our website will have the latest information and FAQs.

No. Due to limited seats, not all applicants are guaranteed placement. If applications exceed available spots, a lottery is conducted. Remaining students are placed on a waitlist.

An interest survey is released during February Break via a Google form on the district website. Paper copies can be mailed upon request. Families will later submit a full application.

​​​​​​​Yes. Family preferences are considered alongside student needs and available space. Changes can be made before placements are finalized by contacting the district.

​​​​Late applications may be considered if space is available, but priority is given to on-time applicants.

​​​​​​​Notification letters are mailed the last week of April with placement status and next steps.

​​​​​Yes, for students enrolled in full-day UPK. Mid-day transportation is not provided for half-day programs.

​​​​Although three community-based organizations (CBOs) were eligible in 2024–2025, none opted to participate due to costs. The district reaches out to eligible CBOs each year.

​​​​​A waitlist is created when applications exceed available seats. Class sizes are capped to ensure a high-quality, developmentally appropriate environment and individualized attention.