School Readiness (4's)
School Readiness is a five-day-a-week fee-based program that is available to children who turn 4 by September 1, 2024.
Classes: Monday-Friday; 8:15 am - 3:05 pm
Goals and Objectives to provide:
an opportunity for social, intellectual, physical, and emotional growth with other four-year-olds
a program to meet each child's needs, abilities, and interests
involve parents in their child's school experience
a center that is age-appropriate, well-equipped, attractive, and safe for children
What you need to know:
Who's eligible? All children who will be four by September 1 of the year will attend classes
School Readiness follows the elementary school calendar
Payment is due whether or not your child is in attendance full-time and billed via Brightwheel.
The number of sections is contingent upon enrollment.
School Readiness students are eligible to ride the bus to and from school if they have a bus buddy.
Tuition/Hours:
$120 per week; Monday-Friday, 8:15 am-3:05 pm; Early Childhood tuition is fixed-no deductions for holidays, absence due to illness or inclement weather.
Contact the Community Education office if you have questions about our sliding fee scale policy.
The fee helps to cover supplies, equipment, and teacher and staff salaries.
The tuition is invoiced through the Brightwheel app on the designated due dates listed on the Early Childhood webpage.
Please contact our office if you are in need of financial assistance or if you have multiple children in our Early Childhood program.
Preschool Benefits: Enrolling a child in preschool offers numerous benefits to parents, providing them with peace
of mind and support in their child's early development:
Fosters socialization skills, allowing children to interact with peers and develop friendships
Incorporates structured learning activities that promote cognitive development
Allows students to encounter new people, have experiences in a new setting and learn about new topics
Encourages students to develop a sense of self confidence and independence
Provides a safe and supervised environment
Overall, the benefits of preschool extend beyond the child's experience, positively impacting parents by providing valuable support and opportunities for their child's growth and development.
How do I submit a request for my child to enroll in School Readiness?
Complete this Request Form - We will review these Requests weekly and be in communication with families to determine if we have space for your child/ren.
Who do I contact if I have any questions? Feel free to contact Tracy Tollefson at 218-477-6805 or email Community Education at dgfcommunityeducation@dgf.k12.mn.us.