Apply For AACPS Prekindergarten Program Starting Feb. 9

Crofton MD

05 February, 2021

5:22 PM

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ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY, MD — Parents interested in having their child attend Anne Arundel County Public Schools' prekindergarten program can apply online starting Feb. 9 at 10 a.m. Enrollment for all prekindergarten programs will be done online. Children enrolling in prekindergarten must be 4 years old on or by Sept. 1, 2021. The following documents are required when applying and must be uploaded along with the completed online application: Proof of identification of the person submitting documentation (must be a legal parent or guardian)The student's original birth certificate or birth recordA copy of the student's immunization recordTwo proofs of residency (rental or mortgage agreement and current utility bill)Custody order (if applicable) Public prekindergarten programs in Maryland are designed to improve the school readiness of children who are economically disadvantaged or homeless. If seats remain, schools may enroll students with other readiness needs. Those applying for prekindergarten due to economic need must provide income eligibility verification by submitting one of the following: Federal income tax return (1040 statement) along with documentation related to other sources of income such as child support and/or rental income.Current award letter for temporary cash assistance or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.Three consecutive pay stubs.Proof of unemployment benefits. Families who do not have internet access or who need additional assistance completing an application should contact the school at which they intend to enroll their student. School staff are able to assist families with the completion of the online application. Information about prekindergarten programs in AACPS and an online application can be found at www.aacps.org/earlychildhood.