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Stokes Family Resource Guide - Stokes County, North Carolina

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STOKES COUNTY PRESCHOOLS<br />

The following preschool programs are located within the <strong>Stokes</strong><br />

<strong>County</strong> School System:<br />

• Exceptional Children’s Program: This program serves<br />

children between the ages of 3 and 5 years that have been<br />

identified with delayed patterns of development in one or more<br />

of the following areas: physical, cognitive, communication,<br />

social/emotional, or adaptive development. Eligibility is based<br />

upon guidelines set forth by the NC Department of Instruction,<br />

Procedures Manual for Serving Children with Disabilities.<br />

• More At Four Program: A state-funded program that provides<br />

educational experiences for young children. Eligibility is based<br />

upon *age and income guidelines set forth by the More At<br />

Four Office.<br />

• Title I: A federal-funded program that provides educational<br />

experiences for young children. Eligibility for this program is<br />

based upon *age requirements and academic needs of young<br />

children.<br />

Each classroom is a blended program serving children based<br />

upon the stated eligibility requirements. Pre-K Screenings, which<br />

help determine eligibility, are held each spring across <strong>Stokes</strong><br />

<strong>County</strong>. Public announcements can be found in the local<br />

newspaper, on public radio, and other advertised areas.<br />

*Age requirement: A child must be 4 years of age on or before August 31 of the<br />

current school year.<br />

For More Information about the<br />

<strong>Stokes</strong> <strong>County</strong> Preschool Department or<br />

Exceptional Children’s Program<br />

Contact Brenda Little at<br />

336-414-9829 or via email at<br />

brenda.little@stokes.k12nc.us<br />

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