Parent Information Guide - Prince George's County Public School ...

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM OFFERINGSWhat early childhood programs are available in PGCPS?The Early Childhood Program provides a variety of services andprograms to families and children including:Infant Toddler Program – Provides early intervention servicesto children from birth to three years of age who demonstratedevelopmental delays or are at risk for developmental delays.301-265-8415Inclusive Opportunities for Three Year Olds – Provides half-daypreschool opportunities for typically developing children whoare three years old by September 1. 301-808-2723Prekindergarten – Provides a five half-day preschool programfor children who are four years old by September 1 and whomeet income eligible criteria. 301-808-2707Kindergarten –All children who are five years old by September1 must register for Kindergarten at their neighborhood boundaryelementary school. 301-808-2707.Kindergarten students not born in the United States, and thosewho come from homes where a language other than Englishis spoken in the home, must register through the InternationalStudent Counseling Office (ISCO). 301-445-8460Early Childhood Special Education – Provides specialeducation and related services to eligible three and four yearold children with disabilities. 301-808-272352early childhood programs CONTINUED:Child Find –Initial point of contact for screenings andevaluations of three and four year old children with suspecteddelays in development. Children can be referred to Child Findbased on concerns in any area of development.301-808-2719The Judy Hoyer Family Learning Center. – Provides informationand services for children, birth through five years of age, andtheir families. Resources include early childhood care andeducation as well as family support and health programs.301-406 -6860These programs can make an important difference in the livesof young children.What is Head Start?• Head Start is a federally funded program.• Head Start serves eligible children 3-5 years of age. Childrenmust be three years old by the start of school.• Head Start provides comprehensive services to meet theneeds of children and their families.• Head Start promotes school readiness.• Head Start helps parents become their child’s primaryeducator, nurturer, and advocate.